Trump plans executive order to dissolve Education Department

President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order on March 20 to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, a move aimed at fulfilling a campaign promise to return educational authority to the states. The order, which will be signed with Republican governors in attendance, directs Education Secretary Linda McMahon to facilitate the closure while ensuring uninterrupted services for Americans. Critics, including advocates for public education, argue that this decision could exacerbate inequalities in the education system and strip essential federal support from schools. Legal experts caution that the dissolution of the department may face significant challenges, as it was established by Congress and requires legislative action for a full closure. Proponents of the move see it as a way to eliminate perceived bureaucratic inefficiencies and liberal bias within the department. The implications of this executive action are expected to ignite contentious debates in both political and legal arenas.