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In a bold move that has reignited debates on the role of the federal government in education, former US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday to begin shutting down the Department of Education.
“We’re gonna shut it down and shut it down as quickly as possible. It’s doing us no good. We want to return our students to the states,” Trump declared during a signing ceremony at the White House. The event was attended by Republican lawmakers and a group of schoolchildren.
For decades, conservative politicians have pushed to reduce federal oversight of education, arguing that local governments are better equipped to manage schools. Senator Mark Reynolds, a Republican from Texas, praised the move, saying, “This is about restoring power to parents and local communities. The federal government has overstepped its boundaries for far too long.”
However, critics fear the decision could lead to disparities in education quality across states. Democratic Senator Lisa Moreno warned, “This will create an uneven playing field for students. Education is a right, and the federal government plays a crucial role in ensuring equal access.”
The executive order sets the stage for what is expected to be a lengthy process involving Congress and state governments. For now, the political landscape is bracing for a fierce battle over the future of American education.
