During a Senate budget hearing, Education Secretary Linda McMahon faced scrutiny over America's education performance. When questioned by Senator Markwayne Mullin about the U.S. rankings in reading and math from 1979, McMahon's incorrect response highlighted a concerning gap in her knowledge. Mullin pointed out that the U.S. ranked first in both subjects in 1979 but has since dropped to 36th in reading and 28th in math. This incident, following her earlier confusion over artificial intelligence terminology, raises questions about her competence in handling educational policies and reforms.
"MULLIN: What were we ranked in reading and math in 1979? MCMAHON: I'm sorry, what? MULLIN: What were we ranked, nationally, in math and reading in 1979?"
"MULLIN: In 1979, we were ranked no. 1. Today, in reading, we are ranked 36th. In mathematics, we're ranked 28th."
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