Don Beyer U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 8th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Don Beyer U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 8th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Rep. Don Beyer, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Virginia's 8th district, expressed strong opinions on social media regarding recent political actions. Beyer, who has been a member of Congress since 2015 and holds a BA from Williams College, took to Twitter to voice his concerns about perceived corruption and changes within the Department of Education.
On March 12, 2025, Rep. Don Beyer tweeted: "This is as corrupt as it gets." The tweet did not specify the subject of this accusation but suggested significant disapproval.
Later that day, at 21:56 UTC, Beyer commented on actions by prominent figures Elon Musk and Donald Trump regarding the Department of Education. He stated: "Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s political purge of the Department of Education is a gross betrayal of American students. It is also illegal: Trump is plainly trying to eliminate by fiat a department established in law by Congress."
Following this statement, at 21:57 UTC, he further elaborated on potential consequences for American education if these changes were implemented. He warned: "Gutting the Department of Education would have horrific effects on American students and schools. Teachers will be fired, students will go hungry, college will be less affordable, and the worst harm will fall on students with disabilities and students of color."
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