Linda McMahon

Linda McMahon was sued in 2024 regarding allegations that she ignored sexual abuse while serving as a WWE executive. The article notes that this largely overlooked legal battle is currently grinding on and playing out slowly.

Secretary of Education Linda McMahon urged Virginia's colleges and universities to commit to reforms aimed at restoring public trust by focusing on affordability, free speech, academic rigor, and accountability. University leaders are concurrently navigating significant changes stemming from federal policy shifts concerning issues like student loans and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

The article is titled Linda McMahon’s Trojan Horse, suggesting a significant political subject. It also reports that an administration continues its attacks on higher education. The piece was written by Brian Rosenberg.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon asked universities to commit to Trump administration priorities by year-end. She criticized higher education for drifting from principles that built the nation.

President Trump's attempts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education through interagency agreements face bipartisan opposition in the Senate. A 13-9 Senate education committee vote advanced legislation to reverse agreements transferring core functions to other departments, though Trump lacks the votes to abolish the agency outright.

450k borrowers claim they were defrauded by their colleges and seek to erase federal student loans through a class-action lawsuit. The legal battle, named Sweet v. DeVos in 2019, has continued under different administrations and education secretaries, remaining unresolved for years.

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from cutting mental health grants for Illinois schools serving over 50,000 students. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and 15 states secured a temporary restraining order to protect the programs.

A Senate committee passed legislation to reverse efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, maintaining oversight of K-12 education, special education, and postsecondary programs within the department. The bill faced bipartisan support but drew criticism from some Republicans who argue the department’s federal role is excessive, while the Trump administration defended its restructuring plans as effective.

The Senate education committee approved a bipartisan bill to block the Trump administration's plan to transfer key education offices to other federal agencies. The legislation, S. 5046, prevents the Education Department from moving the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, along with other major education offices, to other departments. The bill aims to maintain federal oversight of critical education programs and funding.

President Donald Trump visited a high school in Cobb County to promote 'Trump Accounts,' a savings initiative providing $1,000 deposits for children born during his presidency if parents open accounts. The program, part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, has enrolled seven million children, with critics questioning its fiscal conservatism and effectiveness.

Keith Sonderling, acting U.S. secretary of Labor, defended the agency's role in transferring programs from the Education Department as part of the Trump administration's plan to dismantle it. Senate Democrats criticized the move, arguing it is illogical for the Labor Department to oversee education programs, while Sonderling highlighted his experience and the interagency agreements as part of the process.

Keith Sonderling, acting U.S. secretary of Labor, defended the agency's role in transferring programs from the Education Department as part of the Trump administration's plan to dismantle it. Senate Democrats questioned the decision, with Patty Murray criticizing the Labor Department's involvement in managing education programs. Sonderling faces a Senate vote on his nomination for Labor secretary.

Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling defended the Department of Labor's role in transferring programs from the Education Department as part of the Trump administration's plan to dismantle it. Senate Democrats criticized the move, arguing it is illogical for an agency focused on wage earners to oversee education programs for children.

Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling defended the Labor Department's role in transferring education programs to other agencies as part of the Trump administration's plan to dismantle the Education Department. During a Senate confirmation hearing, Sonderling compared his agency's involvement to a consulting firm managing program funds, not the programs themselves, while Democrats criticized the move as illogical.

The U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce approved a legislative package to transfer the Department of Education's functions to other federal departments, aligning with President Donald Trump's plan to reduce federal education oversight. The bills aim to shift responsibilities like student aid and international education to agencies such as the Treasury, Labor, and State Departments, though the Senate's narrow GOP majority makes passage uncertain.

The US House Committee on Education and Workforce approved a legislative package to transfer several Department of Education functions to other federal agencies, aligning with efforts to reduce the federal role in education. The proposal includes shifting responsibilities to the Departments of Labor, Treasury, State, and Health and Human Services, though its passage in the full House and Senate remains uncertain.

A legislative package aimed at reducing the U.S. Department of Education's responsibilities advanced out of a House committee, transferring functions to other federal agencies. The effort aligns with President Trump's plan to return education oversight to states, though the measure faces uncertainty in the Senate due to narrow GOP control.

The U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce advanced a legislative package to transfer the Department of Education's functions to other federal agencies, aligning with President Donald Trump's plan to reduce the department's role. The proposal faces uncertainty in the Senate due to the narrow Republican majority.

The Trump administration has initiated a crackdown on teacher sexual misconduct, citing a KQED-ProPublica investigation revealing that 67 educators in California retained their credentials despite misconduct findings. Federal officials threaten to withhold funds from schools failing to address such issues and are investigating 20 districts, including Tulare City and Wilsona in California, over handling of allegations.

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon discusses efforts to dismantle the department she leads and address ideological imbalances in public schools and universities. She also reflects on co-founding WWE and a personal experience with a wrestling move called a piledriver.

Linda McMahon warns Harvard she will take action if the university does not correct DEI errors, referencing a wrestling move as a metaphor for her approach.

A Democrat named Bonamici is seeking to impeach Linda McMahon over her dismantling of the Education Department. The effort is framed as a response to McMahon's actions related to the department.

Democrats initiated impeachment proceedings against Linda McMahon, the U.S. education secretary, alleging her willful intent to dismantle the Department of Education. The resolution cites a 40% staff reduction and cancellation of grants, as noted in a report by the department’s Inspector General. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici filed three articles of impeachment, while McMahon defended her actions as improving student outcomes.

The Trump administration implemented a requirement for government-issued ID to apply for federal student aid, claiming to prevent nearly $200 million in fraud within two months. The Department of Education integrated real-time identity screening into the FAFSA application process, targeting high-risk applicants and blocking AI-generated bots and 'ghost students.'

Pennsylvania private education leaders and Republican lawmakers are urging the state to join a federal school choice program offering tax credits. The program, part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, allows up to $1,700 tax credits for donations to approved scholarship organizations, with 27 states already participating. Governor Josh Shapiro has not yet committed, citing a lack of federal guidance, while Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and Senator Dave McCormick advocate for Pennsylvania's inclusion.

Families of children with disabilities express concerns that the U.S. Department of Education's transfer of civil rights enforcement and special education oversight to other agencies will exacerbate existing delays and inefficiencies. Parents and advocates warn the shift, part of efforts to dismantle the Education Department, risks creating further chaos in resolving complaints about bullying and discrimination.

Families of children with disabilities warn that the U.S. Education Department's transfer of civil rights enforcement and special education oversight to other agencies could worsen delays in addressing complaints. Parents report unresolved cases, with some waiting over two years for resolutions, and advocates argue the changes risk further system instability.

Families of children with disabilities warn that the Education Department's transfer of civil rights enforcement and special education oversight to the DOJ and HHS could exacerbate delays and chaos in an already strained system. Parents like Nicole May report unresolved complaints, while advocates criticize the move for misaligning special education needs with health-focused HHS priorities.

The U.S. Department of Education announced plans to transfer its special education programs and civil rights enforcement to other agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice, as part of efforts to scale back the department under President Donald Trump's administration. The move follows earlier agreements transferring responsibilities to other federal agencies, with the Education Department stating it will continue fulfilling statutory duties.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon announced changes to federal special education oversight, moving it to the Department of Health and Human Services and civil rights enforcement to the Department of Justice. Parents and advocates criticized the move, arguing it contradicts their concerns about an already fragmented system and could harm students with disabilities.

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.

The Trump administration granted Indiana a limited waiver to ease federal grant restrictions, allowing $13 million in Title grants for state-level activities but rejecting broader changes to $350 million in district-level funds. Similar scaled-back waivers were approved in Iowa and Louisiana, indicating the Education Department’s cautious approach to altering federal education grant regulations.

The Trump administration is moving the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services to the Department of Health and Human Services and the Office for Civil Rights to the Department of Justice. Advocates argue the shift could harm students with disabilities by transferring oversight from education experts to agencies less equipped for non-medical programs.

The U.S. Department of Education announced plans to transfer its special education programs and civil rights enforcement to other agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice. The move is part of President Donald Trump’s administration efforts to scale back federal oversight and return education responsibilities to states.

President Trump's administration is transferring oversight of special education and civil rights in education from the Education Department to the Department of Justice and the Department of Health and Human Services. The changes have drawn criticism from advocacy groups, who argue they will harm accountability and services for underserved students.

President Donald Trump's administration transferred oversight of special education to the Department of Health and Human Services and civil rights enforcement in education to the Department of Justice, reducing the Education Department's functions. Advocates and education unions criticized the move, warning it could harm vulnerable students and create uncertainty in services.

The U.S. Department of Education announced plans to transfer oversight of special education programs and civil rights enforcement to other agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice. The move is part of the Trump administration's effort to reduce federal education oversight and shift responsibilities to state and local levels.

The U.S. Department of Education announced plans to transfer special education programs and civil rights enforcement to other agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice, as part of efforts to reduce federal oversight. The move aligns with President Trump’s goal of returning education responsibilities to states.

The U.S. Department of Education announced plans to transfer its special education programs and civil rights enforcement to the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice, respectively. This move is part of efforts to scale back federal oversight as part of Trump’s administration's agenda to reduce federal involvement in education.

Trump administration moves oversight of special education and civil rights from the Education Department to the Department of Justice and the Department of Health and Human Services. The changes aim to scale back federal oversight, with the DOJ handling civil rights enforcement and HHS overseeing special education. Advocacy groups criticize the move, warning it will harm underserved students and create uncertainty in services.