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John Garamendi: “Secretary McMahon has been a disaster for students, teachers, and families, taking a sledgehammer to the Department of…”

On the recordJune 26, 2026
Secretary McMahon has been a disaster for students, teachers, and families, taking a sledgehammer to the Department of Education.
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California

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Discussing the impact of Secretary McMahon's actions on education.

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