Trump Announces Plan to Dismantle Department of Education; USAID Faces Scrutiny Under Musk's Leadership

Donald Trump has announced his intention to dismantle the Department of Education, asserting that it has failed American students. He stated that American reading and math scores are near historical lows, with a significant percentage of 8th graders performing below proficient levels. Republicans have largely supported this decision, with figures like Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Indiana Gov. Mike Braun expressing their support for returning education control to the states and parents. Senator Rand Paul also applauded the decision, referencing his father's previous efforts to eliminate the Department of Education. In other news, Elon Musk has been appointed as an advisor to the 'Democratic Government Administration' (DOGE), focusing on streamlining government programs. However, his plans to cut agencies and fire government employees have faced criticism. Additionally, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is under scrutiny due to concerns about legal compliance under Musk's leadership.