US Education Department veterans blast Trump plan to transfer programs

Former U.S. Department of Education officials, spanning both Republican and Democratic administrations, have criticized plans by the Trump administration to transfer key programs like special education and civil rights enforcement to other agencies. These officials, brought together by Democratic Sen. Patty Murray, argue that such moves could undermine decades of progress in educational equity and accessibility. The concern is that shifting these critical responsibilities could lead to inconsistent enforcement and neglect, especially for marginalized student groups. This backlash underscores a broader debate about the stability and integrity of federal education policies.