JOURNAL ARTICLE
'We're going to find something else for you, Linda': Trump's education secretary is tasked with putting herself out of a job.
Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3
Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Hinchliffe, Emma; Ajemian, Nina 3 of 3
Abstract
The article focuses on President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, with Secretary of Education Linda McMahon tasked with implementing this directive. McMahon, a former WWE CEO and Trump supporter, acknowledged the challenges of her role, which includes potentially eliminating her own position while still complying with federal laws that require the continuation of certain educational services. The article notes that Republican opposition to the Department of Education has a long history, dating back to its establishment in 1979, and highlights ongoing debates surrounding educational policies. Despite the push to return educational authority to states and local communities, Trump assures that federal funding for specific programs will remain in place. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Fortune.com. 2025/03, pN.PAG
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Politics and Government
- Publication Date:2025
- Accession Number:183948858
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