State education chief ‘on GOP radar’ launches gameplan for nixing cabinet department
Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters is making waves with his bold plan to overhaul the Department of Education if he is chosen as the Secretary of Education in President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet. In an exclusive memo obtained by Fox News Digital, Walters outlines his vision to shift the department’s duties to states and parents, criticizing the federal agency for “hijacking” the education system with harmful policies.
Walters, who is rumored to be on the shortlist for the position, is set to announce a Trump Education Advisory Team on Monday to address key issues such as ending “social indoctrination” in the classroom and promoting patriotism through curriculum. He believes that the Department of Education, created under former President Jimmy Carter, has overstepped its bounds and should be dismantled, a sentiment echoed by President Reagan in the 1980s.
With Trump’s pledge to close the Department of Education and return education to the states, Walters is preparing for a significant shift in the education landscape. He envisions a system that is less burdened by federal regulations and more responsive to the needs of students and parents. Walters is confident that Trump will follow through on his promise and that the resulting changes will lead to improved student outcomes and a more efficient education system.
In his plan, Walters emphasizes the importance of supporting school choice and empowering parents to make decisions about their children’s education. He also aims to reduce the influence of teachers’ unions and create a more flexible and responsive education system. Walters believes that aligning Oklahoma with Trumpian policies will set a precedent for other states to follow and lead to lasting improvements in education, the economy, and job prospects.
While Walters awaits Trump’s decision on the cabinet position, he remains focused on implementing his vision for education reform. He sees the recent election results, which saw pro-school-choice candidates win decisive victories, as a sign that the American public is ready for change. With support from like-minded lawmakers such as Rep. Barry Moore, who has introduced a bill to abolish the Department of Education, Walters is optimistic about the future of education in America.
As the debate over the future of the Department of Education continues, Walters’ bold plan represents a significant departure from the status quo. If chosen as Secretary of Education, he will have the opportunity to reshape the education system in a way that puts students and parents first. With a clear vision and a commitment to conservative principles, Walters is poised to lead the charge for education reform in the Trump administration.
