August 24, 2026

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Secretary McMahon Pledges Federal Crackdown on Teacher Sexual Misconduct, Calls for End to Reassignments

Education Secretary Linda McMahon has voiced a strong commitment to combating sexual misconduct by school personnel, criticizing practices that allow accused educators to be reassigned rather than removed.

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Secretary McMahon Pledges Federal Crackdown on Teacher Sexual Misconduct, Calls for End to Reassignments

Education Secretary Linda McMahon recently affirmed the federal government's dedication to aggressively addressing sexual misconduct perpetrated by teachers, staff, and other adults in positions of authority within schools nationwide.

During a recent television appearance, Secretary McMahon expressed strong disapproval of school districts that reassign educators accused of misconduct with students instead of terminating their employment.

She highlighted a significant concern, stating,

Linda McMahonsexual misconduct in schoolsteacher accountabilityTitle IX enforcementEducation Departmentstudent protectionschool safetyLos Angeles Unified School District

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