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Hageman highlights the astronomical budget of the Department of Education, which stands at around $280 billion. A startling claim made by her is that less than 25% of this budget directly benefits students. The majority, according to her, is absorbed by a multitude of consultants and intermediaries, creating what she describes as a "money laundering" scenario where taxpayer dollars cycle through various non-profits and back to political campaigns. This analysis raises questions about transparency and accountability in government spending.