Trump wants to dismantle the Education Department. Here's what it does
Eliminating the department altogether would be a cumbersome task, which likely would require an act of Congress.
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The department is facing its 'final mission,' according to the education secretary. Experts say duties may be reassigned.
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Completely eliminating the department would require congressional approval and 60 votes in the Senate, which is unlikely given the current makeup.
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Education Dept looks to reassign work to other agencies ahead of Trump EO ‘eliminating’ it
Education Secretary Linda McMahon said in her confirmation hearing that the department is set up by Congress, and "it clearly cannot be shut down without it." ...