The Department of Education, under the leadership of Linda McMahon, has initiated a reduction in force impacting nearly 50% of its workforce, laying off about 1,300 employees. This move is part of the department’s ‘final mission’ as announced by McMahon. The layoffs come amidst a push to cut federal spending and reorganize the agency.
McMahon, formerly the chief executive officer of World Wrestling Entertainment, has received support from conservative activist groups for the decision. The department aims to focus on core functions like overseeing federal aid to schools, student loan management, and Pell grants.
President Trump had campaigned on promises to close the department, believing it was influenced by radicals and Marxists. Despite Congress being the only entity able to abolish the agency, McMahon has been actively making changes within the department, including investigating universities for perceived violations of the Civil Rights Act.
In a separate development, a federal judge in Boston blocked the Trump administration’s plan to cut funding for teacher training programs, citing concerns that the cuts were hindering efforts to address a nationwide teacher shortage. The judge sided with eight states that requested a temporary restraining order, arguing that Trump’s motivations were driven by a desire to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Meanwhile, Trump’s trade war escalated with the confirmation of a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum from US trading partners, including Canada. The uncertainty surrounding trade policies has impacted the stock market, with potential implications for the economy.
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