Trump Will Have Wrestling Manager Linda McMahon As Education Secretary
Key Points About Linda McMahon
- Linda McMahon is a former CEO of WWE, a professional wrestling company.
- She has no experience in education policy.
- Her appointment has been met with criticism from some educators.
President Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon, the former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), to be the next Secretary of Education. The nomination has been met with criticism from some educators, who say that McMahon has no experience in education policy.
McMahon's Qualifications
McMahon has a bachelor's degree in marketing from East Carolina University. She worked as a marketing executive before joining WWE in 1984. She and her husband, Vince McMahon, helped to turn WWE into a global entertainment empire. McMahon served as WWE's CEO from 1993 to 2009. She was also the company's chairwoman from 1997 to 2010.
Criticisms of the Nomination
Some educators have criticized McMahon's nomination, saying that she has no experience in education policy. They also worry that her appointment could lead to a de-emphasis on public education in favor of private schools and vouchers.
Supporters of the Nomination
However, some supporters of the nomination say that McMahon's business experience will be an asset to the Education Department. They also point to her work with the Special Olympics as evidence of her commitment to education.
The Future of Education Under McMahon
It is unclear what McMahon's priorities will be as Education Secretary. However, she has said that she is committed to providing all students with a quality education. She has also said that she believes in school choice and parental involvement in education.
Conclusion
The nomination of Linda McMahon as Education Secretary is a controversial one. Some educators support the nomination, while others are critical of it. It remains to be seen what McMahon's priorities will be as Education Secretary.
