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Linda McMahon Confirmed as Education Secretary Amid Concerns

3/4/2025

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Linda McMahon has officially taken the helm as the U.S. Secretary of Education, confirmed by a narrow 51-45 Senate vote. The former WWE executive and Trump ally now faces the daunting task of dismantling the department, raising concerns among critics about her limited education experience and the potential impact on vulnerable students and vital funding programs.

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Linda McMahon has officially taken the helm as the U.S. Secretary of Education, confirmed by a narrow 51-45 Senate vote. The former WWE executive and Trump ally now faces the daunting task of dismantling the department, raising concerns among critics about her limited education experience and the potential impact on vulnerable students and vital funding programs.