The nomination of Linda McMahon to run the Department of Education (DoEd) has advanced to a full Senate vote after a decision by the Trump administration on Thursday. McMahon faced questioning during her confirmation hearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee last week. Topics discussed included recent spending cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), potential dismantling of the DoEd, and Title IX.
Senator Bill Cassidy, R-La., expressed support for McMahon, stating the need for a strong leader to improve the education system. The HELP Committee voted to advance McMahon's nomination to a full Senate vote following the hearing.
