Trump nominates Linda McMahon as education secretary in push to abolish federal department
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Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon, former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment, as the new Secretary of Education. Trump aims to abolish the Department of Education and return control to the states. McMahon has experience in education, having served on the Connecticut Board of Education and as a trustee at Sacred Heart University. She previously led the Small Business Administration under Trump. Trump's nomination of McMahon aligns with his campaign promise to eliminate the federal education department. McMahon has been a significant supporter of Trump and is currently co-chair of his transition team.