Trump’s Plan to Abolish the Department of Education – What It Means for Civil Rights

Trump Wants to Abolish the Department of Education—Here’s Why It’s a Problem: Trump’s Executive Order 14168 aims to dismantle the Department of Education, threatening decades of civil rights protections in schools. The Reality: Abolishing a federal department requires Congress, making this unlikely—but the attempt alone is alarming. The Risk:The DOE protects students from discrimination based on race, gender, and disability. Without it, millions could face unequal education and fewer protections. As a civil rights attorney, I believe this move could roll back progress on educational equality. We can’t let that happen. Stay informed—follow @DeWittMLacy for updates and ways to take action. #EducationRights #CivilRights #ProtectOurSchools