Betsy DeVos
Coverage of Betsy DeVos in the Nexus archive.
- 52 Million U.S. Kids Eligible for New Scholarships, but California Hasn’t Opted In
51.7 million U.S. children in public, private, and charter schools are eligible for a federal Education Freedom Tax Credit scholarship, but California has not opted into the program despite having the most eligible students (nearly 6 million). The American Federation for Children, a private school choice advocacy group, analyzed the data, and 31 states have joined the program, including New York and Colorado.
- Democrats Move to Impeach Linda McMahon Over ‘Willful Intent’ to Close Ed Dept.
Democrats initiated impeachment proceedings against Linda McMahon, the U.S. education secretary, alleging her willful intent to dismantle the Department of Education. The resolution cites a 40% staff reduction and cancellation of grants, as noted in a report by the department’s Inspector General. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici filed three articles of impeachment, while McMahon defended her actions as improving student outcomes.
- Voter guide: Where the 2026 Colorado Democratic Party gubernatorial candidates stand on education
Chalkbeat Colorado analyzed the education records of 2026 Colorado Democratic Party gubernatorial candidates, focusing on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet's career in education, including his tenure as Denver Public Schools superintendent and his legislative efforts. Bennet's platform includes raising educator wages, expanding career training, and improving mental health resources in schools.