On March 21st, local time, US President Trump signed an executive order aimed at pushing for the closure of the Department of Education. Previously, the US government had repeatedly hinted at shutting down the Department of Education. Why did Trump insist on shutting down the Department of Education? Can he achieve his wish again? 鈥�

Why insist on closing the Ministry of Education? 鈥�

We will shut it down (by the Ministry of Education) and do so as soon as possible. On that day, Trump said in a speech in the East Room of the White House. CNN reported that at the time, he was surrounded by students wearing school uniforms sitting at desks. 鈥�

The statement released by the White House stated that the executive order requires Education Secretary Linda McMahon to take all necessary measures to push for the closure of the Department of Education and return educational management rights to the states. At the same time, we will continue to ensure the effective and uninterrupted provision of the services, programs, and benefits that Americans rely on. 鈥�

White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt earlier stated that the executive order will "significantly reduce the size of the agency," but certain "critical functions," such as student loans and programs related to student aid, will still be handled by the agency. 鈥�

CNN  It is pointed out that Trump has repeatedly mentioned in his speeches that education management must be returned to the states, which is one of the reasons for his closure of the Department of Education. 鈥�

In addition, Trump also stated that compared to the high per capita education cost, the academic performance of American students is poor. 鈥�

On the other hand, the Associated Press pointed out that Republicans have been trying to dissolve the Department of Education for decades. Singapore's Lianhe Zaobao also said that Trump promised to delegate education power to the state government during the 2024 U.S. election campaign, which is the wish of many Republicans for decades. 鈥�

According to CNBC, since former US President Jimmy Carter approved the establishment of the US Department of Education in 1979, conservatives have been critical of the department. During his first term, Trump also attempted to merge it with the Department of Labor, but was unsuccessful. 鈥�

Can Trump achieve his goal? 鈥�

CBS pointed out that the complete abolition of the Department of Education requires congressional approval. Although the Republican Party currently holds a majority in both houses of Congress, this measure requires 60 votes in the Senate to pass, and the Republican Party may not be able to secure enough support from the Democratic Party. 鈥�

According to the US Constitution, the establishment and dissolution of all federal agencies typically require congressional approval through legislative procedures. If Trump wants to shut down the Department of Education, he must go through the legislative process in Congress. 鈥�

CNBC  Only Congress can unilaterally revoke the Department of Education, but the Trump administration can cut off the agency's resources. 鈥�

CNN reported that the executive order has raised doubts. In addition, this measure may also face legal challenges. 鈥�

There are doubts that this decision is "not in line with the interests of students or families". 鈥�

An employee of the US Department of Education said that this executive order shows that the new US government "does not know what our institution is actually doing, nor does it know what negative impact their attempt to push for the closure of the institution will have on children and families across the country