Trump seeks Congress support to abolish Education Department

President Donald Trump is pushing to dismantle the Department of Education, having signed an executive order to begin the process. Republican Senator Bill Cassidy plans to introduce legislation to fully abolish the agency, claiming it has failed to improve student achievement and advocating for a return of education control to states and local communities. However, passing such legislation in the Senate poses challenges due to the need for a supermajority, making bipartisan support essential but unlikely. Senator Mike Rounds is also working to revive his previous bill aimed at abolishing the department, emphasizing the need to shift education decisions away from federal oversight. While Trump's administration has already initiated significant cuts and layoffs within the department, the complete closure requires congressional approval, which remains uncertain amidst political divisions. Critics argue that Trump's approach could face legal hurdles and resistance from both parties in Congress.