1. United States
2. Hawaii
3. Letter

The Trump administration's decision to slash nearly half of the Department of Education's workforce and lay the groundwork for its complete elimination is a devastating blow to public education in America. Defunding our schools and cutting resources for over 50 million students across the country will lead to larger class sizes, fewer teachers and support staff, and a lower quality of education overall. This move disproportionately impacts low-income families and high-poverty school districts that rely heavily on federal funding through programs like Title I. Eliminating the Department of Education threatens billions of dollars in grants, loans, and civil rights enforcement measures that support students, working families, and educational institutions at all levels. Dismantling this vital agency will have catastrophic consequences and undermine the future prospects of an entire generation. I urge you to reject these reckless cuts and instead prioritize robust investment in public education to ensure all children have access to quality learning opportunities.