Trump expected to sign order diminishing Department of Education

President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, fulfilling a longstanding campaign promise to eliminate what he describes as a 'bureaucratic bloat'. The executive order will direct Education Secretary Linda McMahon to take necessary steps to dissolve the agency, which has already seen its workforce cut in half. This initiative has faced significant opposition, particularly from the American Federation of Teachers, which argues that the Department plays a crucial role in leveling the educational playing field. Polls indicate that a majority of Americans oppose the elimination of the Department of Education, emphasizing the importance of federal support in education. Despite Trump's plans, the actual closure of the department would require congressional approval, a challenge given the political landscape. McMahon has acknowledged this need for legislative action, stating that the administration's proposed changes will respect the will of the American people.