Trump, McMahon promote school voucher program as students return to class

By: Shauneen Miranda

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: August 24, 2026

Words: 447

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump and U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Monday touted a national private school voucher program set to launch in early 2027.

During a White House Rose Garden event celebrating the back-to-school season, Trump and McMahon lauded the incoming federal school choice effort along with many of the education policies the administration has pursued, including ongoing efforts to dismantle the 46-year-old Education Department.

At least 30 states have already opted in …

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