Becca Wallenwinder, former director of policy and planning in special education, discusses the devastating effects of staffing cuts on programs supporting children with disabilities. Laura Meckler, national education reporter, analyzes the political landscape surrounding these cuts. Chad Rummel, executive director at the Council for Exceptional Children, shares the real-world implications for special education teachers and families. Together, they highlight the importance of federal oversight, the risks of losing IDEA protections, and the urgent need for advocacy.
