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Department of Education faces up to 50% layoffs after closure notice: Report

The Education Department plans to lay off more than 1,300 employees, reducing its staff to approximately half of its prior size of 4,100 as part of a restructuring effort directed by President Donald Trump.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated that eliminating bureaucratic bloat is essential to redirecting funds to local education authorities and ensuring efficient operation.
Critics, including Senator Patty Murray, argue that the cuts will harm education programs and reduce resources for schools and students, particularly affecting low-income populations.
Despite the layoffs, McMahon assured that essential programs like student loans and special education funding would continue, but reorganizations within the department are expected.

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