A report from the New York Times reveals a significant clash between Education Secretary Linda McMahon and the White House over budget cuts targeting civil rights enforcement in schools. The Trump administration proposes to slash the Department of Education's civil rights office staffing by 49%, reducing the number of lawyers from 530 to 271. In contrast, McMahon has expressed her desire to hire more lawyers, framing the proposed cuts as merely a 'floor for hiring' during her testimony to Congress. This public disagreement is notable, as such conflicts between Cabinet members and the White House are rare. The discord reflects the chaotic nature of the Trump administration's approach to civil rights enforcement, particularly following McMahon's controversial decision to fire half of the civil rights lawyers shortly after her appointment. This action raised bipartisan concerns regarding the handling of civil rights issues within the department. Although McMahon's efforts to rebuild the office have faced obstacles, the Education Department has job openings for civil rights enforcement lawyers, indicating a commitment to restoring civil rights protections in schools.