Trump's Radical Overhaul: Education Control Back to the States

President Trump's administration plans to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, shifting its roles to other federal departments and increasing state control over education. This move aims to reduce bureaucratic overhead and fulfill a campaign promise to conservatives by minimizing federal involvement in schooling.

In a bold move, President Donald Trump's administration has initiated the process of dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, according to an announcement from the White House. This step is aligned with Trump's commitment to reduce federal intervention in education, shifting power to individual states.

On Tuesday, a press release detailed a new strategy to streamline federal education activities, mitigate administrative burdens, and better serve students and grantees through partnerships with other departments. Trump's commitment to this change was reiterated by his previous statements in March, where he pushed for the department's closure.

Established in 1979, the Department of Education's central responsibilities involve administering college loans and protecting civil rights in educational institutions. Critics, primarily Republicans, have long advocated for downsizing the department, arguing it represents bureaucratic excess and championing more state authority.

(With inputs from agencies.)