The Supreme Court has granted President Trump the authority to proceed with mass layoffs and drastic cuts to the U.S. Department of Education, raising concerns about the future of vulnerable students. Former officials warn that the depleted staff will face an impossible to-do list, while fired workers vow to continue their fight against the layoffs. Critics argue this marks a significant constitutional shift, allowing Trump unprecedented power to reshape federal institutions. The ruling has divided opinion, with some celebrating the return of educational control to parents, while others express alarm at the potential consequences for schools nationwide.