‘There doesn’t seem to be a rationale’: Michigan leaders react to US Department of Education cuts
The recent decision by the U.S. Department of Education to slash its workforce by nearly 50% has sparked varied reactions from Michigan’s political leaders and education experts.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, expressed her concern.
“There doesn’t seem to be a rationale, that is a long-term goal. If it is improving educational outcomes, there are a lot of ways to do that as opposed to crippling the department that does education,” said Whitmer.
Republican State Representative Joe Aragona of Clinton Township offered a different perspective, highlighting the need to address inefficiencies.
“There is so much waste in every department, and that’s what the Trump administration is going after right now,” said Aragona.
According to a news release from the U.S. Department of Education, the reduction has impacted all divisions, with some requiring significant reorganization to “better serve students, parents, educators, and taxpayers.”
The department also said it will continue to deliver on formula funding, student loans, Pell Grants, funding for special needs students, and more.
The implications of the staff reduction on Michigan students are yet to be fully understood.
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