Trump's Education Overhaul: Closing the Department and Ending 'Wokeness'

Donald Trump is considering closing the U.S. Department of Education if re-elected, as part of a broader conservative agenda outlined in the Heritage Foundation's "Project 2025." This move, while appealing to his base by signaling a fight against the establishment, could face significant hurdles such as the Senate filibuster. The closure could disrupt federal education programs, but Trump aims to maintain funding through other federal offices to minimize visible impact on voters. The plan reflects Trump's strategy of maximizing outrage from experts and liberals while avoiding direct harm to his supporters.