Arkansas leg of Linda McMahon’s ‘Returning Education to the States’ tour draws parent protests over education policies

US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon’s “Returning Education to the States” tour faced protests during its Arkansas stop, as parents opposed reforms under the LEARNS Act of 2023. While McMahon promoted state-led education and school choice, critics warned of undermining public schools. The clash highlights broader national debates over education policy, funding priorities, and federal versus state control.