Trump and Education Department officials promote returning school control to states

Parental Rights in Education·Latest event August 28, 2026

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Trump and Education Department officials promote returning school control to states

Trump hosted a White House Rose Garden event to start the school year and emphasize parental involvement. He claimed his administration is putting decision-making back with parents and local leaders. Trump further asserted that parents belong at the head of the table when determining educational priorities for their children. McMahon and department leaders traveled to 50 states to advocate for returning education to the states. The Department of Education highlighted student-centered initiatives in Colorado as a model for local freedom. Officials also pointed to economic growth and student success in North Dakota as evidence that local communities should lead.

Trump Rose Garden school year eventTrump on parental involvementColorado student-centered education visitsMcMahon on returning education to statesNorth Dakota local education success

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