A coalition of Democratic-led states, including New Jersey and Delaware, have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s significant layoffs at the Education Department. The lawsuit, filed in Massachusetts, alleges that the layoffs are illegal and will prevent the department from functioning properly. The states involved argue that the cuts will lead to a loss of federal funding for public schools, hinder the administration of college financial aid, and impede the enforcement of civil rights laws in schools.
The lawsuit names numerous states as plaintiffs, including New York, Massachusetts, California, and Washington D.C. New York Attorney General Letitia James stated that the cuts will negatively impact students and families. The Trump administration has defended the layoffs, stating that the department will continue to fulfill its obligations. The layoffs, which will reduce the department’s workforce by half, have sparked concerns about the agency’s ability to carry out its essential functions. The lawsuit emphasizes that only Congress has the authority to dismantle or close the Education Department.
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