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U.S. Senate panel advances Linda McMahon’s nomination to Dept. of Education to the floor
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National, Washington Examiner

U.S. Senate panel advances Linda McMahon’s nomination to Dept. of Education to the floor

By Samantha-Jo Roth | Washington Examiner A key panel advanced the nomination of Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Education Department, voting 12-11 to send her nomination to the Senate floor. The nomination of the former Small Business Administration director and a longtime Trump ally advanced along party lines, with all Republicans voting in support and all Democrats voting against it.  McMahon affirmed during her confirmation hearing last week that shutting down the Department of Education would require congressional approval but also made it clear during her testimony that if confirmed by the Senate she intends to carry out the president’s vision. READ THE FULL STORY AT THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER...
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Democrats’ baseless attacks on Linda McMahon’s education experience fall a part with one look at her record
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National, The Federalist

Democrats’ baseless attacks on Linda McMahon’s education experience fall a part with one look at her record

By Casey Ryan | Commentary, The Federalist A significant lie that opponents of President Donald Trump spew regarding his decision to nominate Linda McMahon to lead the Department of Education is that she does not have enough experience in the subject matter. The National Education Association (NEA) claimed that she is “grossly unqualified” the same day Trump nominated her. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., blasted McMahon as “unqualified” the next day. These statements could not be further from the truth. While McMahon has garnered notable success shepherding World Wrestling Entertainment into a global phenomenon and leading the Small Business Administration (SBA) in Trump’s first term, she also has a proven track record as an advocate for education in her home state. Former Connec...
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