Trump Signs Executive Order to Dismantle the Department of Education, Declaring ‘Power Belongs to Parents’
In a historic move 45 years in the making, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday afternoon to begin dismantling the Department of Education, marking one of his most significant steps toward decentralizing the U.S. education system.
Speaking before a crowd of children seated at school desks, Trump outlined his vision for returning control of education to states, local communities, and parents.
“Today we take a very historic action that was 45 years in the making. In a few moments, I will sign an executive order to begin eliminating the federal Department of Education once and for all.”
🔥 WATCH: Trump’s announcement before signing the order.
🎥 CSPAN CLIP
‘We’re Taking Back Our Schools’
Trump wasted no time blasting the Department of Education, calling it a “bloated bureaucracy” that has prioritized political agendas over students’ learning.
“We’ve got to get the federal government out of education,” Trump declared.
“The Department of Education has become a bloated bureaucracy that’s more interested in pushing its own agenda than in helping our kids learn. It’s time to put the power back in the hands of parents, teachers, and local communities.”
The executive order immediately initiates the process of phasing out the department, shifting responsibilities to state governments and local school boards.
🚨 BREAKING: Trump signs Executive Order dismantling the DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION!
🎥 WATCH HERE
Trump Calls Out ‘Radical Leftist Indoctrination’
The president did not hold back in calling out what he described as leftist overreach in schools, vowing to end “woke indoctrination” in classrooms.
“We’re going to take back our schools from the woke mob and stop this indoctrination of our children.”
Trump’s move aligns with his campaign promise to cut federal funding for any school pushing Critical Race Theory (CRT), transgender ideology, or other radical curricula.
DeSantis Backs Trump’s Move
Trump’s former election rival, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, was present at the signing and praised the executive order.
“This is a historic moment,” DeSantis stated.
“For too long, the federal government has been meddling in our schools, pushing its own agenda and stifling innovation. Trump’s plan will give us the freedom to create education systems that work for our communities.”
This marks one of the most high-profile moments of unity between Trump and DeSantis since their heated primary battle.
Elizabeth Warren Melts Down
Not surprisingly, Senator Elizabeth Warren was one of the first Democrats to lash out, calling the move “reckless and short-sighted.”
“The Department of Education is essential to ensuring that every child in America has access to a quality education, regardless of their zip code or family income. Trump’s plan would gut these protections and leave millions of students behind.”
Why This Move Matters
The Department of Education was created in 1979 under President Jimmy Carter, with the stated purpose of overseeing federal funding for schools and enforcing civil rights laws.
📌 Critics argue that the department has ballooned into a bureaucratic nightmare, adding unnecessary red tape, wasteful spending, and federal overreach into what should be local decisions.
📌 Trump’s executive order represents one of the most aggressive steps ever taken to eliminate a federal agency, something conservative leaders have advocated for decades.
📌 States will now have the power to set education policies, curriculum, and funding priorities without Washington interference.
What Happens Next?
While Trump’s executive order sets the process in motion, completely dismantling the Department of Education will require legislative action from Congress.
Here’s what to expect: ✅ Trump’s team will work with Republican governors and state leaders to transition education responsibilities to the states.
✅ The department’s budget and assets will be gradually reallocated.
✅ Expect fierce resistance from Democrats, teachers’ unions, and left-wing activist groups that benefit from the federal control of education.
👀 Will Congress follow Trump’s lead and make this permanent? Or will Democrats fight to keep the Department of Education alive?
💬 What do YOU think? Should the Department of Education be abolished for good? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️🔥