Since his victory on November 5, the former president who will become president again on January 20 has multiplied the sometimes surprising appointments, drawing from among the most loyal within his close guard.
As Minister of Education, Linda will fight tirelessly to offer more freedom of education to each American state and empowering parents to make the best education decisions for their familyDonald Trump said in a statement.
We will BRING EDUCATION BACK TO THE STATES and Linda will spearhead this efforta promis Donald Trump.
The subject of education particularly divides American states between those led by Democrats and those held by the most conservatives, the latter fiercely opposing issues related to the rights of women, minorities or even LGBT+ communities.
A 76-year-old businesswoman, Linda McMahon was between 2017 and 2019 minister responsible for small businesses during the Republican’s first term.
She is part of his bodyguard, being one of the co-leaders, with billionaire Howard Lutnick, of the power transition team. He was named Commerce Secretary on Monday.
Not hesitating to speak of Donald Trump asa friendLinda McMahon is a major donor to the Republican Party, providing financial support to the candidacy of Donald Trump in 2016, first for his primary and then in the race for the White House.
She is married to Vince McMahon, the heir to WWE, a wrestling empire founded in the 1950s. Linda McMahon became president in 1993 and general manager in 1997, before resigning in 2009 to try her luck in politics .
Her husband remained at the head of the company until last January, finally being forced to resign after a former employee filed a complaint against him for sexual assault.
What measures will be put in place to gauge the effectiveness of local educational policies in meeting student needs?
Thank you for joining us today. Our first guest is Linda McMahon, the newly appointed Secretary of Commerce, and our second guest is an education policy expert. Linda, as the former President’s choice for Secretary of Commerce, what do you think is the role of the federal government in fostering economic growth and job creation?
Education Expert: As someone who has worked extensively in the field of education, I’m interested in hearing your thoughts on the new administration’s plans to “bring education back to the states.” Secretary McMahon, can you expand on what this means for the future of education policies in the United States?
Linda McMahon: Certainly, we believe that education is a vital tool for both personal and economic growth, and we believe that decision-making should be more localized. By empowering states and parents, we can create a educational system that meets the unique needs of individual students. You mentioned the challenges associated with states led by different political parties. Can you share more about how you plan to ensure that all students have access to quality education regardless of their location or background?
Education Expert: I’m curious about how the appointment process has been for you. You have a long history with the former President and were close confidants in his previous administration. What did you learn from that experience that you plan to bring to this new role? For example, how will your experience working with small businesses translate to the larger economy?
Linda McMahon: It’s been an honor to work with the former President and his team in the past, and I look forward to continuing that partnership. One of the key lessons I’ve taken away is the importance of being proactive and solution-oriented. We want to foster an environment where businesses can thrive and create new opportunities for hardworking Americans. That includes streamlining regulations and reducing red tape. How can we ensure that this happens not just in big cities but also in rural communities?
Education Expert: That’s a great point about rural communities. As you mentioned, you’re no stranger to challenges associated with different political climates. What advice would you give to parents who may be concerned about the direction of education under the new administration?
Linda McMahon: President Trump has been clear that he wants
