Apple News Today What dismantling the Education Department means for students
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Mar 24, 2025 The podcast dives into the controversial deportation of Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador, highlighting the lack of due process. It discusses the potential dismantling of the Education Department and its threatening impact on low-income and rural schools. The conversation also contrasts the rising egg prices in the U.S. with the stability in Canada’s agricultural sector. Additionally, listeners are updated on various news bites, including a snap election call from Canada's prime minister and support for a teacher advocating inclusivity.
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Venezuelan Deportations
- The U.S. deported 238 Venezuelan men to El Salvador, accusing many of gang affiliation without due process.
- Jersey Reyes Barrios, a Venezuelan soccer player, was suspected due to a tattoo he says represents his favorite team.
Mervin Yamarte's Story
- Mervin Yamarte, a Venezuelan migrant, sought refuge in the U.S. and worked at a tortilla factory in Dallas.
- He and his friends were deported to El Salvador's mega-prison despite no evidence of gang affiliation.
Impact of Dismantling the DOE
- Trump's executive order to dismantle the Department of Education could disproportionately affect low-income schools.
- States that voted for Trump, like Mississippi, which relies heavily on federal funding, might be hit the hardest.