The US Department of Education has been responsible for managing student loan debt, providing financial aid to public institutions, and helping low-income students since its founding in 1979. Trump has previously criticized the department for spreading what he sees as a divisive worldview; in December, he nominated former WWE CEO Linda McMahon as education secretary, but the Senate has not yet confirmed her.
According to CBS News, former President Donald Trump may issue an executive order dismantling the US Department of Education, which would be in line with his campaign promise to discontinue some programs while moving others to other government departments.
