Linda McMahon’s Nomination as Education Secretary Moves to Final Senate Vote

Trump's pick to lead the Education Department advances after a 51-47 procedural vote, with plans to decentralize federal education oversight.

The Senate voted 51-47 to advance Linda McMahon's nomination as Secretary of Education to a final confirmation vote, likely to occur next week.
McMahon, former WWE CEO and Small Business Administration head, has been tasked by Trump to decentralize education and reduce federal oversight.
President Trump has called for the closure of the Department of Education, describing it as inefficient and urging a return of education governance to the states.
During her Senate hearing, McMahon emphasized empowering parents, supporting teachers, and redirecting federal education programs to state control.
Democrats have criticized McMahon's lack of education experience and opposition to existing federal education initiatives, though her nomination has proceeded along party lines.