Trump Slashes Education Dept, Names New Cyber Chief
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Trump Slashes Education Dept, Names New Cyber Chief

Trump accelerates his plan to dismantle the Education Department, cutting half its workforce. Meanwhile, he appoints Sean Plankey as head of CISA amid rising cybersecurity threats. The DOJ undergoes a major shakeup, and the U.S. reaffirms its commitment to Ukraine. These sweeping changes reshape federal policy and global strategy in a single day.

March 12, 2025No Comments
U.S. Senate: Confirmation of Education Secretary, Tax Legislation Ahead, and Policy Debates
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U.S. Senate: Confirmation of Education Secretary, Tax Legislation Ahead, and Policy Debates

Today, the U.S. Senate confirmed Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education, setting the stage for significant policy shifts. Senate Republicans are preparing for major tax legislation debates following the House’s budget approval. Additionally, the Senate rejected a bill affecting transgender student-athletes, and Democrats criticized substantial staff cuts in the Social Security Administration. Upcoming confirmation hearings for State Department nominees are also anticipated to be contentious.​

March 4, 2025No Comments