Implications of Trump's Return: Education at a Crossroads

Former President Donald Trump, projected to return to the White House, has pledged to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, cut K-12 spending, and target public schools in cultural debates. His potential policies, including expanding school choice and reducing federal protections for marginalized students, depend on congressional control and his choice for education secretary. Trump's previous term saw rollbacks of Obama-era protections, and his current education agenda aligns with conservative groups opposing "woke indoctrination." However, his ability to enact significant changes remains uncertain.