Linda McMahon Appointed Education Secretary by Trump, Despite Calls to Abolish the Department: WWE CEO Linda McMahon has a close relationship with Trump’s became part of Trump’s second administration as the US Secretary of Education. McMahon, who has also been eyed for the commerce secretary position, has great experience in business and politics. The woman served as the head of the Small Business Administration during Trump’s presidency’s first four years and was one of his financial assistants during his first campaign.
“Controversial Appointment Sparks Debate Over the Future of U.S. Education Policy”
Besides, McMahon will have to continue advocating for increased school choice and has been a passionate advocate for ages. Although she served as the chair of the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), she supported Universal School Choice across several states with a vision of empowering students from all walks of life.
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Trump praised her efforts and stated that she would work around the clock on behalf of children nationwide to ensure that every child, regardless of their income or zip code, has the opportunity to thrive.
McMahon’s new position means she will head a department that Trump once demanded be closed. Whether he has the authority to dissolve the Department of Education without Congress is still a question mark.
McMahon’s appointment points to the ongoing right-wing concentration on education change. Furthermore, before simply resigning from the SBA in 2019, McMahon was a part of Trump’s MAGA-affiliated America First Action and Trump-affiliated America First Policy Institute.
The decisions she makes as the leader of the Department of Education are sure to influence the future of education in the educational policy of the United States, as the Trump administration’s agenda on school choice and parental control over education is upheld by her.
