US Education Department veterans blast Trump plan to transfer programs

Former U.S. Department of Education officials from both Republican and Democratic administrations are raising concerns over the Trump administration's plan to move special education programs and civil rights enforcement to other agencies. These veterans argue that such a shift could undermine the quality and effectiveness of these critical services. Sen. Patty Murray convened a meeting with these experts and advocates to discuss the potential fallout from the proposed transfer, highlighting the importance of maintaining robust oversight within the Education Department. This move could signal a broader trend of decentralization that risks weakening the federal government's ability to enforce important educational standards.