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Rep. Latimer Criticizes Trump Administration's 'Anti-Education Agenda' on House Floor

Forbes Breaking NewsDecember 7, 20251 min1,899 views
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Criticism of the RISE Committee Proposal

  • 🎯 Rep. George Latimer spoke on the House floor to condemn the Trump administration's anti-education agenda.
  • 💡 The core of his criticism is the Department of Education's RISE committee proposal to downgrade the professional status of several careers.
  • ⚠️ Careers targeted for downgrading include nursing, physical therapy, aiology, architecture, and social work, potentially affecting their access to vital funding.

Concerns Over Leadership and Practicality

  • 🧠 Latimer questioned the qualifications of the Department of Education's leader, noting they have no advanced degree in education but are known for pro-wrestling.
  • 📊 As a former chief executive officer of a large government, Latimer emphasized the necessity of professional, well-trained, and certified individuals in fields like nursing and social work to deliver essential services.
  • 🗑️ He metaphorically suggested placing the proposal in the "Department of Garbage and Sanitation," urging a return to "grownup serious government."
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