In a dramatic turn of events, several Democratic lawmakers, including Oregon Rep. Bonamici and FL Congressman Maxwell Frost, found themselves shut out of the U.S. Department of Education. This marked the fourth time in just one week that Democratic members of Congress were barred from entering a federal agency, igniting outrage and accusations of authoritarianism from frustrated lawmakers. The incident has raised concerns about potential funding cuts and plans to dismantle the agency under the current administration. Videos circulated online show lawmakers confronting a lone security guard stationed outside the building, leading to a chaotic scene as they demanded answers for their exclusion. As tensions mount, Democrats continue to voice their commitment to advocating for education and student rights amidst these contentious circumstances.