Linda McMahon, nominee for Education Secretary, testified before the Senate, addressing concerns about dismantling the Department of Education. She emphasized support for Title I funding and expanding Pell Grants. While expressing uncertainty about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, McMahon reassured that student loans would not be automatically canceled. Despite opposition, she is likely to be confirmed.Will student loans be protected even if Trump shuts down the US Education department? Linda McMahon’s Senate testimony explained
Linda McMahon, nominee for Education Secretary, testified before the Senate, addressing concerns about dismantling the Department of Education. She emphasized support for Title I funding and expanding Pell Grants. While expressing uncertainty about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, McMahon reassured that student loans would not be automatically canceled. Despite opposition, she is likely to be confirmed.