What Trump's Education Department order means for American children and teachers
- President Donald Trump's order to dismantle the U.S. Education Department raises complex issues regarding education funding and oversight, as reported by Trump's administration.
- Right-Wing activists have long advocated for the elimination of the agency, arguing it has not improved student outcomes and is unnecessary, according to Trump's statements.
- States like Mississippi and Alaska rely on federal funding for over 20% of their school district costs, making distribution of this funding a major concern, as highlighted in the report.
- Opposition from Democrats in Congress is expected, as Trump pushes for legislation to eliminate the agency while claiming federal oversight can be maintained, according to various sources.
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