A coalition of teachers and unions has initiated a lawsuit against President Trump's plans to dismantle the Department of Education. The complaint, filed by Democracy Forward, argues that Trump lacks the authority to proceed without Congressional approval. His recent executive order directed the Education Secretary to work toward eliminating the department, which has already resulted in over 1,300 employee layoffs. The groups assert that such actions violate the law by interfering with the department's mandated responsibilities, including overseeing student loans and managing educational programs essential for low-income students and those with disabilities.
"Defendants seek to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education. The first step: fire the people that do the work of the Department."
"Trump cannot eliminate the Education Department without Congress, and firing staff impedes the department's duties to operate educational programs."
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