U.S. Representative Mark Harris, who serves North Carolina’s 8th congressional district, made several statements on July 25, 2025, criticizing the National Education Association (NEA) and calling for the revocation of its federal charter.
In a post at 15:20 UTC, Harris wrote: “Spot on — revoke the NEA charter!!”
Shortly after, at 15:25 UTC, he expanded on his position by stating: “The NEA was once about improving education, now it’s about indoctrination.
They are prioritizing a radical political agenda OVER student success. We must repeal their federal charter!!
Take back education. Put children first.”
At nearly the same time, Harris also promoted an opinion piece related to his legislative efforts: “Read my latest op-ed on my bill to revoke the NEA’s federal charter in @HumanEvents
The NEA is the largest labor union in the United States and represents public school teachers and other support personnel. The organization has held a federal charter since 1906 but has faced criticism from some lawmakers who argue that it advances political causes over educational outcomes. In recent years, calls to revoke its charter have emerged as part of broader debates about education policy and union influence in schools.
Harris’s comments reflect ongoing partisan discussions regarding the role of teacher unions in shaping curriculum and educational standards nationwide.
