Congress throws hurdles in efforts to shut down Education Department

Congress throws hurdles in efforts to shut down Education Department

In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here. President Donald Trump’s desire to dismantle the Department of Education continues to face congressional resistance, even as conservatives have championed efforts to ro…