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Education Secretary questioned over new department initiatives in proposed budget
- Education Secretary Linda McMahon did not confirm whether teaching that Joe Biden won the 2020 election is "illegal DEI," stating schools "should hear all sides" and "teach accurately."
- During testimony, McMahon advocated for a 15% reduction in the department’s budget, aiming to make education better, fairer, and more accountable.
- Democrats challenged staffing and spending cuts directed by the Department of Government Efficiency, claiming these actions were illegal without Congressional approval.
- McMahon emphasized the goal of empowering families, schools, and states that understand their students' needs.
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Education Secretary questioned over new department initiatives in proposed budget
(The Center Square) – At a Wednesday hearing on the policies and priorities of the U.S. Department of Education, Republican committee members asked the education secretary about the benefits of new department priorities reflected in the budget bill now before…
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