Casar Challenges McMahon on President's Education Plan: Will Millions Lose Healthcare?

The debate around the President's education plan has intensified. Rep. Greg Casar recently challenged Secretary of Education Linda McMahon during a Congressional hearing, questioning how children can receive a quality education without basic necessities like healthcare, food, and housing. "If kids don’t have a roof over their heads, access to food, or quality health care, how are they supposed to get a good education?" Casar asked pointedly. McMahon, in her response, defended the plan's focus on school choice. Casar's concerns highlight the potential impact on millions of families who could lose their healthcare coverage under the proposed budget cuts. The exchange underscores the ongoing debate surrounding the plan's efficacy and its consequences for vulnerable populations. The discussion continues to fuel public discourse on the importance of social safety nets and their role in ensuring educational equity.