Labor nominee defends transfer of programs to agency from Education Department

Acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling defended the administration's plan to transfer several programs from the Education Department to the Labor Department during a Senate hearing. This move is part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to restructure federal agencies. Critics argue this shift could weaken educational programs, while supporters claim it will streamline operations and better align responsibilities. The debate underscores the ongoing tension between maintaining current departmental roles and reconfiguring federal functions for perceived efficiency.