Browsing: student loans
The Trump administration touts a cut in student loan interest, but analysts note limited impact for many borrowers. We examine what’s changing, who benefits, and what remains unclear.
The Education Department is urging borrowers in the SAVE repayment plan to review their accounts and prepare for payments to resume, Spectrum News reports, as pandemic-era relief measures wind down.
Washington State is suing the U.S. Department of Education, claiming new restrictive student loan rules harm borrowers and undermine protections. The lawsuit seeks to block enforcement.
Advocates are pressing the Education Department to expand its definition of “professional” students, a move that could reshape aid eligibility and funding for graduate-level programs.
Oregon and Washington joined 22 other states in suing the U.S. Education Department, challenging new limits on federal student loans for professional degrees, arguing the rules harm access and violate federal law.
Washington state has joined a multi-state lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education, alleging mishandling of federal student loans and inadequate protections for vulnerable borrowers.
The Education Department oversees civil rights enforcement, student aid, and K-12 policy guidance. Trump’s move to dismantle it raises questions about federal oversight and equity.
Washington schools will retain $1.4 billion in federal funds after state attorneys general reached a settlement with the U.S. Education Department, averting major budget disruptions.
The Washington Post warns an 8% lifetime “tax” looms for U.S. students, as rising debt and income-driven repayment plans threaten to reshape education’s economic promise.
Federal watchdogs are probing how Elon Musk’s advisers accessed U.S. student loan systems, sparking privacy concerns over millions of borrowers’ sensitive financial records.