4 things to know about Trump's push to dismantle the Department of Education and its impact on US students

President Trump's executive order to dismantle the Department of Education has sparked concerns about its impact on U.S. students. Key changes include a 50% staff reduction, cuts to funding for low-income students, a shift in services for disabled students, and uncertainty over the management of federal student loans. While curriculum control remains at the local level, the overhaul could have far-reaching consequences for vulnerable student populations, particularly those reliant on federal support.