ConnexionEducation Dept launches widespread civil rights probe: A look at what the agency does as Trump eyes shutdown
The Education Department deals with managing loans, financial aid and some funding, but does not develop curriculum or accredit schools.
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Dems, facing shutdown, previously criticized Republicans for 'political games' during gov funding fights
Democrats have criticized Republicans for their hesitation to pass government funding legislation, while their own party is currently on the brink of allowing a federal shutdown.
Dem AGs sue over Trump administration’s Department of Education layoffs
The attorneys general of 20 Democratic states hit the Trump administration with a lawsuit over recent cuts to the Department of Education.
Dem heard screaming at colleagues despite Schumer’s unity claim as shutdown looms
Democrats in the Senate have different views on how they will vote on a Trump-backed bill to avert a government shutdown.
