Below is a list of nominations and appointments to the Department of Education by Joe Biden, the 46th president of the United States. As of September 9, 2024, according to tracking by The Washington Post and Partnership for Public Service, 12 nominees have been confirmed, 1 nominee is being considered by the Senate, 3 positions do not have nominees, and 1 appointment has been made that does not require Senate confirmation.

Color key

  Denotes appointees awaiting Senate confirmation.

  Denotes appointees serving in an acting capacity.

  Denotes appointees who have left office or offices which have been disbanded.

Leadership

Office of the Secretary

Office of the Deputy Secretary

Office of the Under Secretary

Withdrawn nominations

See also

  • Cabinet of Joe Biden, for the vetting process undergone by top-level roles including advice and consent by the Senate
  • List of executive branch 'czars' e.g. Special Advisor to the President

Notes

Confirmation votes

Confirmations by roll call vote
Confirmations by voice vote

References


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