President Trump signed an executive order on March 20, 2025, directing the shutdown of the Department of Education, returning education authority to states. This controversial move received immediate backlash from Democratic leaders, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who criticized the decision as detrimental to public education. The executive order reflects Trump's ongoing efforts to reduce the department's size; however, permanently eliminating the agency requires Congressional action. Despite a Republican majority, Democrats maintain the ability to challenge these efforts and advocate for public education funding.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-Brooklyn) condemned the executive order as Trump wielding a 'chainsaw' against public education, which he claims will harm millions of children.
The Department of Education, established in 1979, administers national education policy and oversees critical programs like special education and federal education aid.
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