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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.