US Supreme Court backs Trump push for mass firings at Education Department
Briefly

The Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can implement substantial staff cuts to the federal Department of Education, allowing nearly 1,400 employees to be laid off. This decision reverses a previous ruling by US District Judge Myong Joun, which stated that such cuts could incapacitate the department's functions, including overseeing student loans and enforcing civil rights in education. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon praised the ruling as beneficial for students and families. Critics believe these actions reflect an effort to dismantle federal agencies, significantly impacting American education.
The United States Supreme Court has ruled that the administration of President Donald Trump can proceed with plans to slash funding and resources for the federal Department of Education.
The government could move forward with plans to lay off nearly 1,400 employees as part of Trump's push to effectively dismantle the department.
Today's ruling is a significant win for students and families according to Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, who celebrated the decision.
Critics have accused the Trump administration of working to effectively abolish federal agencies, through a maximalist interpretation of executive power.
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