US House Republicans take ‘first step’ toward dismantling Department of Education

House Republicans have taken a significant step towards scaling back the U.S. Department of Education's role, with a legislative package advancing through the House Committee on Education and Workforce. This move aligns with President Trump's agenda to reduce federal oversight in education. The proposed bills, which passed nearly along party lines, signal a potential shift toward more state and local control over educational policies and funding. This development could reshape the landscape of federal education policy, with implications for funding, regulations, and the overall role of the federal government in education.