Education Secretary Miguel Cardona faced criticism from House Republicans over declining educational attainment, refusal to cooperate with the committee, and handling of student aid, campus protests, Title IX changes, and debt-relief policies. Cardona defended his department’s policies, emphasizing the need for student protection, hate-free schools, and system overhaul. He also discussed the President’s budget request for fiscal year 2025. Despite attempts to draw him into politically charged issues, Cardona maintained his stance. The hearing also touched on foreign donations, distance education, textbook pricing, and college closures.