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Trump Proposes Abolishing Education Department; McMahon Endorsed as Secretary

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Trump Proposes Abolishing Education Department; McMahon Endorsed as Secretary

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Political Controversies Surrounding Education Department

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    • The Department of Education has faced political controversy since 1980.
    • Key responsibilities include managing FAFSA and IDEA.
    • Education secretaries historically influence discussions, not implement major changes.
    • Betsy DeVos was criticized for her focus on school choice.
    • Student loan debt is around $1.75 trillion, with ongoing relief efforts.
    • Education policy intersects with cultural issues like LGBTQ rights.
    • Trump's promise to abolish the department raises congressional action questions.
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McMahon's Confirmation Process: Education and Antisemitism Focus

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    • Linda McMahon has started meeting with senators for confirmation.
    • She advocates for universal school choice and charter schools.
    • McMahon stated, The president is looking forward to raising the level of education...
    • Senator Bill Cassidy called her a strong ally against antisemitism.
    • McMahon condemned campus violence, saying, I absolutely abhor any kind of violence...
    • Senator Richard Blumenthal demands clear commitment on antisemitism from McMahon.
    • Senator John Fetterman criticized the idea of abolishing the Department of Education.
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McMahon's Major Donation Boosts Trump's Rally and Cabinet Role

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    • Linda McMahon funded Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden on October 27.
    • She donated $1 million to the pro-Trump super PAC.
    • The PAC, America First Action Fund, had not registered with the FEC.
    • McMahon's contribution was nearly the sole funding for the PAC.
    • Only Sen. John Kennedy's PAC contributed $150,000.
    • The PAC spent at least $720,000 by November 25.
    • Approximately 19,500 attendees were at the rally.
    • Trump spoke for 78 minutes at the event.
    • Trump stated, 'There’s no place like Madison Square Garden.'
    • McMahon contributed at least $22 million to Trump's 2024 efforts.
    • After the rally, Trump appointed her as Secretary of Education.
    • McMahon responded, 'Thank you for this extraordinary opportunity.'

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