Linda McMahon

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.

President Donald Trump's administration is transferring oversight of special education and civil rights enforcement from the Department of Education to the Department of Justice and the Department of Health and Human Services. The move, part of broader efforts to reduce the Education Department's role, has drawn criticism from a union representing department employees, who warn it could harm vulnerable students.

The Trump administration announced transferring civil rights enforcement in schools to the Department of Justice and special education oversight to Health and Human Services, accelerating the dismantling of the Education Department. Advocates argue the move risks weakening enforcement of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and civil rights protections, citing HHS's lack of expertise in education.

The Trump administration granted Indiana flexibility to consolidate $50 million in federal education grants, reducing compliance costs by $20 million. Indiana's plan, approved by Education Secretary Linda McMahon, allows changes in accountability systems but denied a school choice program proposal. Similar waivers were previously given to Iowa and Louisiana.

Indiana has been granted flexibility by the Trump administration to consolidate $50 million in federal education funds from five streams into one with fewer restrictions, joining Iowa and Louisiana. The waiver aims to reduce compliance costs by $20 million but was denied a proposal to redirect funds to higher-performing schools for a school choice program.

President Trump attended a UFC event at a newly built arena near the White House, drawing comparisons to Roman gladiatorial spectacles. Critics argue the event lacks ambition, as Trump has not established a 'Ludus Magnus'-style gladiator training facility or used pardons in a manner akin to Roman emperors. The article highlights missed opportunities for integrating the event into broader cultural and institutional frameworks.

The Treasury Department's preview of federal tax credit scholarship rules indicates states will not be able to impose additional requirements on scholarship groups, contradicting earlier statements by Education Secretary Linda McMahon. Deputy Assistant Secretary Kevin Salinger emphasized states cannot set 'substantive' rules more restrictive than federal law, which may challenge Democratic governors' plans to shape the program. The scholarship program, set to launch in 2027, allows tax credits for donations to nonprofits providing educational vouchers.

The US House passed a bill to combat financial aid fraud by requiring the Department of Education to implement an identity fraud detection system for FAFSA applications. The measure aims to prevent 'ghost students' from receiving federal aid using stolen identities and includes provisions for audits and reports on the system's effectiveness.

The U.S. House passed a bill requiring the Department of Education to implement an identity fraud detection system for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to combat 'ghost students' who fraudulently obtain federal aid using stolen identities. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Burgess Owens, aims to ensure aid is allocated to legitimate applicants and includes provisions for audits and reporting to Congress.

The U.S. House passed a bill to combat 'ghost' federal student aid applicants by requiring the Department of Education to implement an identity fraud detection system for FAFSA. The measure, which passed 249-172, aims to prevent fraudulent applications using stolen identities and includes provisions from a separate anti-fraud bill. The legislation aligns with broader anti-fraud efforts under the Trump administration and received bipartisan support.

The US House passed a bill requiring the Department of Education to implement an identity fraud detection system for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to prevent 'ghost students' from defrauding federal aid programs. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Burgess Owens, aims to protect taxpayer funds by verifying applicant identities and was supported by Education Secretary Linda McMahon.

The U.S. House passed a bill to combat financial aid fraud by implementing an identity verification system for FAFSA applications. The measure aims to prevent 'ghost students' from obtaining federal funds through stolen identities and requires the Department of Education to establish fraud detection protocols. The bill, supported by nearly 40 Democrats and a Republican-led effort, aligns with broader anti-fraud initiatives under the Trump administration.

Democratic lawmakers led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren urged the Education Department to provide student-debt relief to eligible borrowers and halt the transfer of defaulted accounts to the Treasury. They criticized Trump's student-loan changes, including the elimination of the SAVE plan and new repayment rules, which they argue could increase defaults. Over 7.7 million borrowers were in default by 2025, with lawmakers seeking to pause involuntary collections and clear backlogged applications.

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon visited the Center for Technology, Essex, as part of her 'Returning Education to the States' initiative, which focuses on workforce development. The visit prompted protests from students and others outside the school, who criticized the Trump administration's policies and McMahon's role in dismantling the Department of Education.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon criticized California's reintroduced policy allowing trans-identifying biological male athletes to compete in girls' sports, calling it a 'compromise' and urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to take a clear stance. McMahon emphasized Title IX's purpose as protecting female athletes' opportunities, rejecting the idea that girls should compete against biological males, and highlighted a recent case where a biological male athlete, AB Hernandez, won multiple medals in girls' track events.

The University of Florida will host three public forums for Stuart Bell, the sole finalist for president, to address pre-screened questions from faculty, students, and staff. Bell's selection has drawn criticism from some conservatives and political figures like U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, who questioned the lack of public input in the process, while Gov. Ron DeSantis and U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon expressed support.

The U.S. Department of Education plans to dissolve the Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA), raising concerns in Virginia about the impact on English learners and their academic support. Virginia's schools warn that federal funding and accountability changes could leave 11% of English learners less equipped to succeed, as opponents argue the closure disrupts services for over five million students.

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon faced criticism during a House hearing over new federal student loan limits for graduate and professional programs, including nursing and teaching. The changes, stemming from a Republican tax and spending bill, impose annual and aggregate borrowing caps, with 'professional' fields like medicine receiving higher limits. Lawmakers argued the policy makes higher education less accessible for non-professional degree programs.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated states could set conditions for scholarship organizations under a federal tax-credit scholarship program. The Treasury Department has not finalized rules for the program, and New York Governor Kathy Hochul is considering participation but awaits details.

Linda McMahon defends dismantling the Education Department and shifting its work, facing questions about limits on federal student loan borrowing and oversight of students with disabilities. The education secretary's agency is shrinking, sparking concerns. McMahon addressed these concerns in a recent inquiry.