President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order calling for the shutdown of the Education Department, a long-time goal of Republicans. The department, overseen by Education Secretary Linda McMahon, distributes billions in federal funds to colleges and schools and manages student loans. The White House has already cut staff and overhauled operations within the department under the leadership of Trump adviser Elon Musk.
The Education Department plays a critical role in student loans, financial aid, civil rights enforcement, and college accreditation. President Joe Biden’s administration focused on canceling student loans and enforcing civil rights laws. Trump has criticized these efforts and expressed uncertainty about his plans for student debt and college accreditation. He has also pledged to pursue civil rights cases and exclude transgender students from Title IX protections.
Many of the department’s key functions, such as funding for K-12 schools, face uncertainty as Trump vows to shift responsibilities to the states. The Heritage Foundation has proposed a vision for converting funding to states as no-strings-attached grants.
Twenty states and the District of Columbia have announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the mass firings at the Education Department. Federal funding for schools remains a contentious issue as the administration seeks to overhaul the department and prioritize Trump’s campaign promises.
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