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Not only would Trump need congressional approval to get rid of the department, but he would also probably need a supermajority in the US Senate - 60 out of 100 senators.
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Trump needs congressional approval and a supermajority in the US Senate to get rid of the Department of Education.
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Claim Maker
Ana Faguy
Context Type
News Article
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{
    "agency": "Department of Education",
    "president": "Donald Trump",
    "requirement": "congressional approval",
    "requirement_senate": "supermajority"
}
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Created
September 11, 2025 at 10:48 PM (3 days ago)
Last Updated
September 11, 2025 at 10:48 PM (3 days ago)

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The Supreme Court allows Trump's administration to proceed with plans to lay off half the Department of Education's workforce, bringing him closer to his goal of dismantling the agency. This follows an executive order and faces legal challenges.

US Politics
Donald Trump
Department of Education
Supreme Court
Education Policy
Government Reform

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