Washington state has joined a multi-state lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education, alleging mishandling of federal student loans and inadequate protections for vulnerable borrowers.
Experts warn that dismantling the U.S. Education Department could disrupt federal funding streams, jeopardizing school transportation programs and services for vulnerable students.
Protesters gathered outside the U.S. Education Department, denouncing proposed sweeping budget cuts they say will harm Missouri’s students, teachers and public schools, the Missouri Independent reported.