Critics Accuse Education Secretary Of Putting NRA’s Bottom Line Ahead Of Student’s Safety

According to sources, the Education Department is mulling the idea of using federal funds to arm teachers following the recent string of school shootings. The plan drew fierce condemnation. “Instead of after-school programs or counselors, programs that are critical for creating safe and welcoming schools and addressing the mental health needs of kids, DeVos wants to turn schools into armed fortresses and make kids and educators less safe,” said Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers.

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