Senator outlines road map to dismantling the Department of Education

Sen. Mike Rounds, who introduced legislation last month to eliminate the Department of Education, told ABC News closing the agency could take "a couple of years."

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Outgoing Education Sec. warns of coming 'dark era' with Trump's vow to eliminate the department

Miguel Cardona, from 4th grade teacher to Education Secretary, defends federal agency amid Trump’s push to eliminate it, emphasizing its role in public school oversight.
NBC News - 13h
Abolishing the Department of Education will not be easy

The Constitution does not empower the federal government to fund schooling.
The Hill - 3d
White House outlines priorities for last 42 days

White House chief of staff Jeff Zients on Monday outlined the priorities for President Biden’s final days in office, highlighting that another student debt cancellation announcement is forthcoming ...
The Hill - 4d
Exasperation at misspelt road repainting

A newly-patched stretch of road near a school now reads "Ceep Klear".
BBC News - Dec. 6
Does Linda McMahon need to be an educator to lead the Department of Education?

President-elect Donald Trump's education secretary nominee, Linda McMahon, is under a microscope for her lack of experience in schools.
ABC News - Dec. 5
Safran Outlines Growth, Shareholder Return Plans

Safran anticipates further sales and profit growth next year and said it intends to return about 70% of its cash generation to shareholders from 2025 to 2028.
The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5
UK dismantles massive money laundering operations tied to Russian oligarchs and cybercriminals

British authorities say they have dismantled two massive money laundering operations linked to Russia that were used by oligarchs, organized crime groups, cybercriminals and drug dealers
ABC News - Dec. 4
Trump team outlines inauguration benefits for donors

President-elect Trump’s team outlined the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee benefits for donors over the Jan. 20 weekend, which include a reception with Cabinet picks, a Sunday service and the ...
The Hill - Dec. 3
RGIII outlines three reasons for 49ers' downfall in 2024

Robert Griffin III outlined three reasons why the San Francisco 49ers have struggled this season.
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3