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... "The record abundantly reveals that Defendants' true intention is to effectively dismantle the Department without an authorizing statute," U.S. District Judge Myong Joun wrote, noting "the Department cannot be shut down without Congress's approval."

The judge said an injunction was necessary because "The supporting declarations of former Department employees, educational institutions, unions, and educators paint a stark picture of the irreparable harm that will result from financial uncertainty and delay, impeded access to vital knowledge on which students and educators rely, and loss of essential services for America's most vulnerable student populations." ...

@#4 ... Wait, you mean there are actual laws that define and regulate these things because they're under Congressional oversight as agencies that wield delegated Congressional power!?!?! ...

I know.

Who would have thought?

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