Trump plans to nominate Linda McMahon as U.S. education secretary with aim to close department

Donald Trump plans to nominate Linda McMahon as the next U.S. education secretary. This nomination comes as Trump aims to close the Department of Education early in his second term, potentially making McMahon the last person to hold the position. McMahon, a co-founder of WWE, previously led the Small Business Administration and has been active in pro-Trump political efforts. She has a background in education, having served on the Connecticut state Board of Education and initiated a program promoting educational values through wrestling. Closing the Department of Education would require congressional approval, which may be challenging given the current political landscape. The department plays a key role in distributing federal education funds, particularly for low-income and special education students.