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On the recordMarch 3, 2025
We need a Secretary of Education who will put students first, not billionaires, who will stand up for our students—every single one of them—even if it means standing up to Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

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Murray criticized McMahon's qualifications and emphasized prioritizing students over wealthy interests.

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