"House Democrats demand transparency over Trump and McMahon's plans to dismantle the Department of Education, fearing significant legal and operational consequences."
"Introduced by Rep. Bobby Scott, a resolution seeks documents related to department closure, holding the administration accountable for its decisions."
"The resolution of inquiry has privileged status, allowing it to bypass traditional hearings, emphasizing Congress's aim to check executive actions."
"The executive order to close the department raises questions of legality, as full abolition requires congressional approval and statutory changes."
House Democrats, led by Rep. Bobby Scott, are pursuing transparency from President Trump and Education Secretary Linda McMahon regarding their plans to dismantle the Department of Education. They introduced a resolution of inquiry to access documents related to the department's closure. This resolution has privileged status, potentially allowing it to reach the House floor quickly if the committee chair does not act. The urgency follows Trump's executive order directing the department's closure, raising legal questions about his authority to proceed without congressional support, especially for programs established by law.
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