Senate schedules Linda McMahon's confirmation hearing
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Linda McMahon, nominated for education secretary, is scheduled to appear before the Senate committee as part of her confirmation process. While initially expected to face little resistance, recent controversies stemming from the Trump administration’s actions in the Education Department have raised significant concerns. Key issues include employee layoffs, attempts to stop federal grants, and a potential shutdown of the department. Education advocacy groups are alarmed, arguing these moves threaten federal student aid and violate separation of powers. Meanwhile, unconfirmed appointees are pushing Trump's educational agenda, leading to further unease regarding leadership transparency within the department.
Linda McMahon's nomination for education secretary faces challenges amidst turmoil in the Education Department and Trump's controversial plans to eliminate the agency.
While McMahon's confirmation appears assured, her hearing will likely probe her stance on Trump's executive orders affecting federal education initiatives.
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