Trump moves special education and civil rights oversight out of Education Department

The Trump administration has shifted oversight of special education and civil rights from the Department of Education to other agencies, signaling a broader push to streamline and redirect federal education policies. This move raises concerns about the potential for reduced protections for students with disabilities and marginalized communities. The relocation of these responsibilities could lead to less centralized management and oversight, potentially impacting the consistency and enforcement of educational rights and accommodations across the country. This shift underscores the administration's ongoing efforts to decentralize federal education authority.