Education Secretary McMahon Defends Budget Cuts and Federal Downsizing During Minnesota Visit

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon defended massive budget and staffing cuts during a visit to Rochester, Minnesota, as part of her 'Returning Education to the States Tour.' McMahon is advocating for downsizing the federal Department of Education and transferring more control and programs, including special education services and Title I grants, to states and other federal agencies.