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What Would It Mean if President-Elect Trump Dismantled the US Department of Education?

Linda McMahon, nominated by President Trump for Secretary of Education, may be tasked with dismantling the Department of Education, a goal Trump has long supported. However, achieving this would face significant political challenges, with efforts likely focusing on program transfers and policy changes rather than outright closure.

This commentary was originally published by The Conversation on November 21, 2024.