A June 4 exchange during a congressional hearing between a Democratic congresswoman and the secretary of education is sparking attention and conversation online surrounding Black History, especially with the Tulsa Race Massacre.
"Would you say that it would be an illegal DEI for a lesson plan on the Tulsa Race Massacre?" asked U.S. Rep. Summer Lee of Pennsylvania's 12th district, which includes much of Pittsburgh.
"I'd have to get back to you on that," Sec. of Education Linda McMahon replied.
"Do you know what the Tulsa Race Massacre is?" Rep. Lee asked.
"I'd like to look into it more and get back to you on it," Sec. McMahon said.
McMahon, who Pres. Trump tabbed to lead and effectively dismantle the Department of Education, was being questioned during the hearing about the agency's bu