Under previous administrations, the Secretary of Education had extensive experience working in the American education system. Trump’s pick for the position is completely unqualified for the role.
President George W. Bush’s Education Secretary was Rod Paige, whose qualifications included Dean at Texas Southern University and Superintendent of the Houston Independent School District. President Barack Obama’s Education Secretary was Arne Duncan, whose experience included Director of the Ariel Education Initiative and CEO of the Chicago Public Schools.
Donald Trump’s Education Secretary is Betsy DeVos, a wealthy Republican donor.
Cronyism
Donald Trump has assembled the most unqualified and corrupt cabinet in modern American history. His administration’s unabashed and unchecked cronyism has created a government of officials with no experience in the offices they oversee.