The Senate confirmed Linda McMahon as education chief amid mixed reactions regarding her qualifications and the Trump administration's aim to dismantle the Education Department. McMahon, a billionaire with limited education leadership experience, faces the challenge of executing Trump's agenda while potential budget cuts could negatively impact schools nationwide. She has promised to preserve key funding and operate the department more efficiently, distancing herself from Trump's criticism of the department, even while acknowledging that only Congress can officially close it.
At her confirmation hearing, McMahon distanced herself from Trump's blistering rhetoric, stating the goal is to make the Department 'operate more efficiently,' not to defund programs.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer emphasized that Americans 'believe in public education' and do not want to see the Department abolished, warning of potential funding cuts.
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