President Trump and the Department of Education building (Getty Images)
Keep in mind that this proposal would need to go through both the House and Senate. And in the Senate, it needs to overcome a filibuster. That requires 60 yeas. Democrats will not support that. And frankly, some Republicans may not do so either.
Linda McMahon arrives for her confirmation hearing before the Health, Education, and Labor Committee on Feb. 13, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP Photo)
Also, look to see how lawmakers handle funding for the department in the next round of spending bills over the spring and summer, due by Sept. 30. Opponents may then try to "zero out" the Education Department.
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But, since this is legislation, it also needs 60 yeas in the Senate to break a filibuster. So the chances of killing all funding for the department are slim.
Chad Pergram currently serves as a senior congressional correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC). He joined the network in September 2007 and is based out of Washington, D.C.
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