February 4, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a move that has sent shockwaves through the education sector, the Trump administration is reportedly drafting an executive order to initiate the elimination of the Department of Education. This development was reported by reputable news outlets CNN, NBC News, and The Hill within the last 24 hours.

According to a report by Katie Lobosco and Alayna Treene of CNN, the administration began drafting the executive order approximately five hours ago. This was later confirmed by NBC News reporters Yamiche Alcindor, Alexandra Marquez, and Rebecca Shabad, who stated that the White House is preparing the executive order to abolish the Department of Education.

Lonas Cochran of The Hill reported just 40 minutes ago that the Department of Education could be the next on Trump’s chopping block, further corroborating the reports from CNN and NBC News.

The Department of Education, established in 1980, has been responsible for setting educational standards, enforcing federal laws regarding education, and managing federal financial aid for education. The potential elimination of the department raises questions about the future of these responsibilities.

The implications of this move are significant. The Department of Education plays a crucial role in ensuring equal access to education and promoting educational excellence throughout the nation. Its elimination could potentially disrupt the education system, affecting millions of students, teachers, and educational institutions across the country.

As of now, it is unclear what the administration plans to do to replace the functions of the Department of Education, or how it plans to ensure the continuity of its services. The education sector and the public eagerly await further details on this developing story.

By NewsTrenda Staff