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Education Secretary Heckled Amid Circus Music Chaos

8/9/2025

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During a speech at the Young America's Foundation, U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon faced chaotic interruptions, with hecklers branding her a "corrupt billionaire" while circus music played. Despite criticism over her educational background and workforce cuts, former Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker stood by her, rallying against what he called liberal assaults on her leadership.

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During a speech at the Young America's Foundation, U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon faced chaotic interruptions, with hecklers branding her a "corrupt billionaire" while circus music played. Despite criticism over her educational background and workforce cuts, former Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker stood by her, rallying against what he called liberal assaults on her leadership.