This week, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos was absent from the first public session of the school safety commission formed after the Parkland shooting, attending a vocational training conference in Switzerland instead. Although DeVos stated the commission would not focus on the role of guns in school safety, Deputy Education Secretary Mick Zais later clarified they would examine limited aspects of gun ownership. In addition, Kenneth Marcus was confirmed as Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights amidst ongoing criticism and a lawsuit regarding the dismissal of civil rights complaints.
During the commission's public session, Deputy Education Secretary Mick Zais indicated that the group will examine 'narrow aspects of gun ownership' concerning school safety.
Betsy DeVos was absent from the public session of the school safety commission, prioritizing a vocational training conference in Switzerland over this critical discussion.
Kenneth Marcus was confirmed as Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights at the Department of Education, facing scrutiny and a lawsuit over the dismissal of civil rights complaints.
Sen. Lamar Alexander endorsed Kenneth Marcus by highlighting his dedication to civil rights, noting support from Hillel International for his commitment to advocate for college students.
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