Viral claim about Lauren Boebert as Trump's Secretary of Education is false

A viral claim that Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Boebert will be appointed as Secretary of Education by President-elect Donald Trump is false. The rumor originated from a satirical post on social media that included a fake statement from Trump. The fabricated statement praised Boebert and promised significant reforms in education. Many users on social media mistakenly believed the claim, leading to various reactions and comments about her potential appointment. Trump has previously criticized the Department of Education, suggesting it should be dismantled and its functions returned to the states. He stated in 2023 that he plans to close the department in Washington, D.C.