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Supreme Court Rulings Allow Trump to Dismantle Education Department

7/16/2025

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The Supreme Court's emergency rulings have paved the way for President Trump to dismantle the Education Department, igniting fears over due process and constitutional integrity. Justices, including Sonia Sotomayor, voiced strong criticism, highlighting the troubling absence of transparency and rationale that could jeopardize the rule of law and vital protections for those impacted.

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The Supreme Court's emergency rulings have paved the way for President Trump to dismantle the Education Department, igniting fears over due process and constitutional integrity. Justices, including Sonia Sotomayor, voiced strong criticism, highlighting the troubling absence of transparency and rationale that could jeopardize the rule of law and vital protections for those impacted.