AFT President Randi Weingarten on Trump Threats to Gut the Department of Education

Mar 8, 2025

Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers and a powerful advocate for education, joins the discussion on the alarming impacts of Trump's education policies. They delve into how Trump's intentions to abolish the Department of Education threaten both funding and educational quality across America. Weingarten shares insights on legal battles being fought to safeguard educational integrity and emphasizes the importance of community involvement in battling these cuts, reminding listeners of the necessity for union advocacy in these challenging political times.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Trump's Education Policy Controversy

02:17 • 6min

Impact of Abolishing the Department of Education on American Schools

08:00 • 4min

Legal Battles for Educational Integrity and Democracy

12:15 • 3min

Navigating Labor Leadership in a Divisive Political Landscape

15:37 • 4min