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Trump Chooses Linda McMahon, a Longtime Ally, for Education Secretary
A friend and financial backer of Donald J. Trump’s, Ms. McMahon, who led the Small Business Administration during his first term, remained close to him during the campaign.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
Trump picks former WWE executive Linda McMahon for education secretary
Billionaire and former Senate candidate served in president-elect’s cabinet in first administration. Linda McMahon, co-chair of Donald Trump’s transition team, has been named as the ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Former W.W.E. Boss Tapped to Run Education, and Trans Rights on Capitol Hill
Plus, this musical wants France to love it back.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
Obama-era Education secretary: Trump's threat to eliminate department 'empty'
Arne Duncan, former President Obama's Education secretary, said Wednesday that President-elect Trump's campaign promise to close the Department of Education is "empty." "Trump promising to ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Linda McMahon's professional qualifications as Trump's choice for Dept. of Education
Linda McMahon's background -- in both education and as a co-founder of sports entertainment company World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. -- has come under scrutiny.Top stories - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Former secretary of education for Bush reacts to Linda McMahon nomination
Margaret Spellings, former secretary of education, reacts to Linda McMahon being President-elect Trump's choice for his secretary of education.Politics - NBC News - 3 days ago -
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With McMahon, Trump shrugs off lack of school experience for Education nod
For a normal administration, Linda McMahon would be an unusual pick for Education secretary. But President-elect Trump has given no indication he wants a normal administration. McMahon has little ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Department of Education releases FAFSA forms 10 days ahead of schedule
The Department of Education announced on Thursday the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms are officially available for all students and families, 10 days ahead of ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
South Dakota Republican introduces bill to eliminate Department of Education
Sen. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) introduced legislation on Thursday to eliminate the Department of Education, a move that would have the support of President-elect Trump. The proposal would get rid of the ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Linda McMahon, Trump’s Education Secretary Pick, Named in Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
Linda McMahon, who ran World Wrestling Entertainment for decades, was accused in the lawsuit of not preventing one of the organization’s employees from victimizing children who helped set up ...Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
Texas education board approves Bible lessons in public schools
The Texas State Board of Education has adopted new curriculum that will include lessons focused on the Biblical teachings and Christianity's impact on history.Politics - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Texas Board of Education votes to approve Bible curriculum in elementary schools
The Texas Board of Education narrowly voted Friday to allow Bible-based curriculum in elementary schools.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Dining across the divide: ‘I think his opposition to child benefit came partly from a place where he doesn’t have any kids’
They differed on support for those with children – would they agree on experts, immigration or Brexit?. Jonjo, 30, Lincolnshire . Occupation PR consultant Continue reading...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
Over 200 unqualified Texas educators had someone else take their exams in cheating scandal, officials say
Five people have been charged in Texas with organizing and participating in an illegal cheating scheme that certified more than 200 unqualified teachers and helped the plot’s “kingpin” rake in more ...Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
House Education GOP says schools failed to protect Jewish students after nearly yearlong antisemitism investigation
Republicans on the House Education Committee on Thursday released their report regarding antisemitism on college campuses after a nearly yearlong investigation that played a part in at least two ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
School board seats and funding fights: The education ballot initiatives flying under the radar
Voters in states including Florida, Colorado and Kentucky face major decisions on their education systems on Tuesday. Activists and groups on both sides of issues ranging from school choice to ...Politics - The Hill - November 4 -
Student loans, Title IX: What education policies might come out of a Trump administration
School choice will have a proponent in the Oval Office, and the federal Department of Education could be in existential danger after Tuesday's election. GOP education initiatives have been ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Department of Education deems Nex Benedict's Oklahoma school district in violation of Title IX
The Department of Education announced Wednesday that the Owasso school district in Oklahoma violated Title IX due to sexual harassment in its schools, a finding that comes months after the death of ...Politics - The Hill - November 13 -
Chegg, Once a Hot Education Tech Startup, Now Battles AI Chatbots to Survive
The AI revolution already claimed hundreds of jobs at the online tutoring company. Now it could save its business.Business - Inc. - November 14 -
How the College Education Gap Between Men and Women May Affect Hiring Trends
Whatever the reasons for the growing gender difference among college graduates, the dynamic may impact your company’s hiring habits.Business - Inc. - 5 days ago -
Texas education officials vote to back optional Bible lessons for K-5 classes: Reports
In a preliminary vote on Tuesday, Texas education officials approved a proposal to allow lessons about the Bible into public school classrooms, according to multiple news reports. The state Board ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Trump picks Linda McMahon for education, and says he won’t reconsider Matt Gaetz nomination – live
President-elect picks prominent donor and co-chair of transition team as education secretary; Trump won’t rethink Gaetz for attorney general despite mounting scrutiny. Trump nominates transition ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Trump taps Linda McMahon for education secretary, Dr. Oz for Medicare and Medicaid administrator
President-elect Donald Trump is moving forward with more Cabinet selections, choosing former WWE CEO and Small Business Administrator Linda McMahon to be his education secretary and TV doctor ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Outcry over stalemate on Gaetz report; Bernie Sanders’ Senate vote on blocking some arms to Israel fails – US politics live
Democrat Susan Wild says committee chair Michael Guest mischaracterized meeting and committee will reconvene in December; US Senate to also vote on two resolutions on mortar rounds and a GPS ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago
