House education panel advances package to dismantle Education Department
The House Education and Workforce Committee advanced a package to dismantle the Education Department by permanently shifting core programs and responsibilities.
The House Education and Workforce Committee advanced a package to dismantle the Education Department by permanently shifting core programs and responsibilities.
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The House Education and Workforce Committee advanced a package to dismantle the Education Department by permanently shifting core programs and responsibilities.
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