Trump administration officials are planning to fire nearly half of the staff at the Education Department, in an effort to gut the agency that manages federal loans for college, tracks student achievement, and enforces civil rights laws in schools. The cuts, which could be announced as soon as Tuesday, signal a potential move by the administration to essentially dismantle the department, despite needing approval from Congress to do so. President Trump has expressed a desire to rely on states and local school districts to oversee America’s education system, aligning himself with the parents’ rights movement that opposes left-leaning ideas in the curriculum.
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Elon Musk, lightning rod, who calls an opponent 'traitor,' becomes a high-profile target
Senator Mark Kelly, a decorated Navy veteran and former astronaut, recently visited Ukraine and witnessed the devastating impact of the Russian invasion, emphasizing the importance of continued American aid. Elon Musk criticized Kelly, calling him a traitor, leading to a heated exchange on social media. Trump defended Musk and attacked Kelly, highlighting the ongoing political tensions. Musk's controversial statements and actions have caused Tesla stock to plummet, resulting in backlash and protests against the company....
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