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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Lifestyle
Maya Yang

US education department reassigns many powers to other federal agencies

Linda McMahon speaks during a meeting in the East Room of the White House in September 2025,
Linda McMahon speaks during a meeting in the East Room of the White House in September 2025. Photograph: Alex Brandon/AP

Donald Trump’s administration has taken new steps toward dismantling the US Department of Education by reassigning many of its responsibilities to other federal agencies.

The move prompted a fresh wave of criticism, as prominent Democrats accused the administration of “slashing resources” for schools and students across the US.

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