Mcmahon Claims Federal Shutdown Proves Education Department's Unnecessity | AI News Digest
In a recent statement, Education Secretary Linda McMahon highlighted the ongoing federal government shutdown as evidence of her department's questionable necessity. Through social media, she conveyed that the shutdown has led several agencies to reevaluate their core responsibilities. While the Education Department faces layoffs impacting hundreds of employees, McMahon pointed out that millions of students are still attending classes, and teachers continue to receive their salaries without interruption. She asserted that federal education funding is not compromised by the layoffs. However, critics caution that these job cuts could impede the flow of federal resources and support services to schools, sparking a debate about the effectiveness and importance of federal oversight in education.
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