Surprise guest shows up as U.S. House Dems slam education cuts: the Education secretary
- A dozen U.S. House Democrats criticized Education Secretary Linda McMahon for education cuts during a press conference, where she unexpectedly joined them.
- The lawmakers questioned McMahon on how the department could fulfill its responsibilities amidst mass layoffs and an executive order from President Donald Trump aimed at dismantling it.
- Rep. Melanie Stansbury stated that education is not a corporate enterprise after expressing alarm over lack of planning from McMahon regarding the agency's future.
- Rep. Greg Casar emphasized the importance of equitable education, stating that current laws ensure that all kids, regardless of background, deserve decent education.
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'Not answering the question': Surprise guest shows up as House Dems blast education cuts
WASHINGTON — A press conference by a dozen U.S. House Democrats outside the U.S. Department of Education took an unusual turn on Wednesday when the subject of their criticism — Education Secretary Linda McMahon — unexpectedly joined them. The Democrats had met with the Trump administration appointee a few minutes earlier to press her about the sweeping shifts at the U.S. Department of Education, where she and President Donald Trump are seeking …
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