Linda McMahon's nomination to lead the Education Department is facing scrutiny over allegations of her involvement in child sex abuse at WWE during her tenure as an executive. Former WWE employees, family members, and current and former education officials are raising concerns about her suitability for the role.
As Linda McMahon is set to face a confirmation hearing Thursday to lead the Education Department, several former WWE employees, their family members and two current and former education officials are raising concerns about whether she is fit for the position overseeing more than 50 million students in about 98,000 public schools and 32,000 private schools around the United States.
As the leader of the Education Department, Linda McMahon would oversee its Office for Civil Rights, which enforces critical child protection policies like Title IX, a civil rights law that prevents federally funded schools from practicing sex discrimination.
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