Trump proposes dismantling federal Education Department and shifting its roles

President-elect Donald Trump has proposed dismantling the federal Department of Education, which manages billions in funding for schools and student loans. This would require congressional action and would shift its responsibilities to other agencies. The department oversees student loans, financial aid, and civil rights enforcement in education. Trump has criticized current policies and indicated he would change how civil rights laws are applied, particularly regarding LGBTQ+ protections and diversity initiatives. Trump's plan includes altering how federal funds are distributed to schools, potentially moving oversight to state governments. He has not provided specific details on how these changes would be implemented.