Trump nominates Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education

Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon as the next Secretary of Education. McMahon, a former small business administrator and Trump loyalist, aims to expand school choice and enhance parental control in education. She is the first cabinet pick from Trump's previous administration. McMahon's selection aligns with Trump's Agenda47, which includes plans to potentially eliminate the Department of Education. Critics express concern that appointing loyalists may lead to poor decision-making and harm public education funding, particularly for high-need students. Opponents, including education leaders, argue that McMahon's focus may shift resources away from public schools to private institutions. They warn that dismantling the Department of Education could jeopardize billions in funding for students across the country.