Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, who introduced a new school choice bill, said he supports President-elect Donald Trump's promise to disband the U.S. Department of Education.

But the Republican governor still wants the federal education funding that flows to the state. Tennessee relies on some $1.8 billion in federal program funding each year that primarily supports low-income students, students with disabilities and school ...

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office again, he’s doubling down on his proposal to get rid of the U.S. Department of Education. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee shared his support for the idea.