Linda McMahon, former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment and head of the Small Business Administration under Trump, is set to appear before a Senate committee for her confirmation hearing as education secretary. The Education Department she hopes to lead is facing scrutiny for canceled contracts and unauthorized access to its systems. Democrats are expected to question McMahon on privatizing education, teacher pay raises, and cutting programs in low-income school districts.
McMahon’s background includes leading a Trump-aligned think tank that supports redirecting federal education dollars towards private schools and reducing teacher unions’ influence. Trump has publicly voiced support for closing the Education Department, calling it a “con job” and stating he hopes McMahon would “put herself out of a job.” However, eliminating the department would require congressional approval.
McMahon has faced criticism for WWE’s handling of steroid use and controversial storylines, but also serves on various boards including Sacred Heart University and Trump Media & Technology Group. She and her husband were major financial backers of Trump’s election campaign, contributing over $20 million. If confirmed, McMahon would divest from her involvement with Truth Social’s parent company.
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