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Betsy DeVos' Relationship With Her Department Continues To Deteriorate

She was seen by many in the Department of Education as an enemy before her confirmation. Now that she runs the place, it's not much different.

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Betsy DeVos faced a tough confirmation process; she was the only cabinet member who needed Vice President Mike Pence to break a tie to confirm her. Her tenure within the Department of Education hasn't gone much better: Career employees and many within the education industry see her as an enemy of public education. 

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Betsy DeVos Rescinded 72 Guidance Docs For Students With Disabilities
Betsy DeVos Rescinded 72 Guidance Docs For Students With Disabilities

Betsy DeVos Rescinded 72 Guidance Docs For Students With Disabilities

Advocacy groups don't know the full impact of the changes yet, but some are already concerned.

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