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Trump ramps up Education Department's dismantling with changes on special education and civil rights
President Trump's administration is transferring key responsibilities of the Education Department to other agencies, including the Department of Justice for civil rights enforcement and the Department of Health and Human Services for special education oversight. Advocates warn the changes could disrupt services for at-risk students, including those with disabilities and from marginalized communities.
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