Former Education Officials Warn Agency Transfers Could Undermine Core Functions
Former Education Department officials from both Republican and Democratic administrations warned that the Trump administration's plan to transfer key responsibilities—including special education programs to the Department of Health and Human Services and civil rights enforcement to the Department of Justice—could undermine core functions and create confusion. Speaking at a virtual press conference convened by Sen. Patty Murray, the officials argued the moves would erode oversight, delay discrimination investigations, and separate disability rights from education policy. Critics emphasized that the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act is an education and civil rights law, not a healthcare program. The Education Department defended the transfers, stating it will continue to perform all statutorily required duties, while dismissing the criticism as part of a failing status quo.
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