The Education Department's agreement with the Labor Department to transfer $2.7 billion in career and technical education grants has been blocked by a federal judge. This deal aimed to streamline funding through the Labor Department but raised concerns among education advocates about the impact on existing legislation. Education Secretary Linda McMahon acknowledged the legal limitations in shutting down the department completely but indicated the possibility of transferring responsibilities. The move has faced backlash for possibly creating disruptions in education services and compliance with Perkins program requirements.
Before a federal judge blocked its plans, the Education Department reached a deal with the Department of Labor to hand over some of its career, technical and adult education grants.
Education Secretary Linda McMahon has acknowledged repeatedly that only Congress can legally shutter the department, but she's also made clear that she can transfer some responsibilities to other agencies.
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