Big Win for Biden: Court Approves Student Loan Relief, 8 Million to Benefit

July 1, 2024
Big Win for Biden: Court Approves Student Loan Relief, 8 Million to Benefit
  • The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals has allowed President Biden's student loan relief plan, the SAVE plan, to move forward.

  • The SAVE plan will lower monthly payments for borrowers and offer debt forgiveness after 10 years.

  • The plan has already enrolled 8 million borrowers.

  • It reduces the payment threshold to 5% of discretionary income for those on the income-driven repayment plan.

  • GOP state attorneys general are still challenging loan forgiveness in court.

  • The U.S. Education Department is working to provide guidance to impacted borrowers.

  • Education Secretary Miguel Cardona is committed to reforming the student loan system and making college more affordable.

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