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Republican senator introduces bill to abolish US Department of Education (www.theguardian.com)

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Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) introduced the Returning Education to Our States Act, aiming to abolish the U.S. Department of Education, a long-time Republican goal aligned with Trump’s agenda.

The bill proposes redistributing the department’s $200 billion budget and responsibilities to other federal agencies and states, such as shifting federal student loans to the Treasury.

Critics warn this could undermine protections for students with disabilities and marginalized groups.

While the bill faces significant political hurdles, it reflects broader GOP efforts to reduce federal influence over education policy.

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[-] buzz86us@lemmy.world -2 points 2 weeks ago

Well TBH there needs to be more classes on basic skills.. I mean knowing about history is nice, but I would have appreciated more classes on wood working, plumbing, tax preparation, and basic vehicle maintenance.

[-] LifeInMultipleChoice@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago

Then figure out what you want and go to a trade school. Where do you live (state). Even Tennessee will pay for that if you live there. Trade schools were promoted by Obama when he tried to figure out free education. Yet the majority of voters faught it. That isn't the majority of people, it just means people like you, who want trade school made as an investment for the future was chopped short. But it doesn't mean it's over. Talk to your city, , county, state they may have people you can call for assistance. Often times, it's either the Catholic Church or government. Either doesn't matter. The Catholics won't require you to attend church or pledge some shit, they just want to know you fit their wage requirements to help as many people as possible.

[-] Ledivin@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago

Learning basic plumbing shouldn't require that you become a plumber. Learning basic finances shouldn't require that you become an economist.

Simple life skills should be the norm in art least high school, but we don't give a fuck about children in this country.

[-] buzz86us@lemmy.world 2 points 2 weeks ago

It shouldn't have to be in trade school though

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