Education leader, Randi Weingarten, responds to Trump administration’s proposal to eliminate the Department of Education. Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, emphasizes the critical role of the department in providing essential services. In a brief commentary, she stresses the importance of these services and expresses concern over the potential consequences of dismantling the department. The discussion sheds light on the implications of such a move and raises questions about the future of education policy in the United States.