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American Focus > Blog > World News > Conservative-leaning thinktank weighs in on what’s next for the Education Department : NPR
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Conservative-leaning thinktank weighs in on what’s next for the Education Department : NPR

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In a recent discussion with NPR’s Ailsa Chang, Michael Petrilli, the head of the education policy think tank Thomas B. Fordham Institute, shared insights on the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to dismantle the Education Department.



AILSA CHANG, HOST:

The Trump administration’s push to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education has received a temporary reprieve from the Supreme Court. The court’s decision allows the administration to proceed with its planned layoffs and restructuring efforts within the department. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has expressed a desire to shift power from the federal level to the states in the realm of education policy. To discuss the implications of this ruling, we are joined by Michael Petrilli, president of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, a conservative think tank focusing on education policy. Welcome, Michael.

MICHAEL PETRILLI:

Thank you, Ailsa.

CHANG:

Let’s start by addressing your reaction to the recent Supreme Court ruling.

PETRILLI:

The court’s decision to allow the lower court proceedings to continue is not unexpected. The plaintiffs have raised valid concerns about the extent of the cuts and their impact on the authorized functions of the Department of Education. It remains to be seen how this will unfold in the coming months.

CHANG:

What do you foresee as the next steps for the Education Department in light of this ruling?

PETRILLI:

Several key offices within the department have been significantly affected by the layoffs, particularly the Financial Aid Office and the Office for Civil Rights. These cuts may have implications for the department’s ability to fulfill its mandated responsibilities in these areas.

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CHANG:

How do you anticipate these cuts will impact teachers and students on a day-to-day basis?

PETRILLI:

While the federal government’s role in education is limited, certain offices within the Department of Education play crucial roles in areas such as student loans and civil rights enforcement. Reductions in staff in these offices could potentially affect the level of support available to educators and students.

CHANG:

Do you believe that these layoffs are an effective strategy for addressing waste and fraud in the education system?

PETRILLI:

It is doubtful that these cuts will lead to significant improvements in the education system. The focus should be on addressing issues of waste and inefficiency at the local level, where the majority of education funding is allocated.

CHANG:

Given President Trump’s campaign pledge to abolish the Department of Education, how close do you think we are to that scenario?

PETRILLI:

While the department may undergo further downsizing, it is unlikely to be completely eliminated without congressional approval. The emphasis should be on enhancing education policies at the state and local levels to drive meaningful change.

CHANG:

Thank you for sharing your insights, Michael Petrilli, president of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute.

PETRILLI:

Thanks for having me, Ailsa.

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