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$6.1 billion in student loan debt canceled for enrollees at for-profit Art Institutes

The Biden administration is canceling $6.1 billion in student loan debt for former Art Institute students, aiming to provide relief from fraudulent practices and exorbitant tuition fees. [ more ]

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

House Republicans expand investigations into campus antisemitism

Lawmakers plan to crack down on campus antisemitism with coordinated and expansive efforts involving various House committees. [ more ]

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Lawmakers, Experts Vent FAFSA Frustrations

Disarray in FAFSA launch

Calls for accountability in Biden administration handling [ more ]

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As States Resist Federal Gender Rules, Schools Are Caught in the Middle

Biden administration's new civil rights regulations require transgender accommodations in schools under Title IX, sparking conflicts in Republican-led states. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

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Four Southern states are suing the Biden admin for the right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ kids

Four Southern states and conservative organizations are suing the Biden administration over anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination ban in education. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Ron DeSantis says Florida isn't going to follow Joe Biden's new LGBTQ+ supportive rules

DeSantis refuses to comply with new Title IX rules protecting LGBTQ+ students, citing opposition to Biden's policies. [ more ]

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Biden Administration Releases Revised Title IX Rules

The Biden administration issued new rules broadening Title IX to protect L.G.B.T.Q. students and updating campus sexual misconduct procedures. [ more ]

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Biden administration finalizes Title IX overhaul

Colleges have until Aug. 1 to comply with the final Title IX rule, which expands protections for students and simplifies reporting processes. [ more ]

Washington Post

Biden Title IX rules set to protect trans students, abuse survivors

The Biden administration's new rules prevent discrimination against transgender students in schools, sparking political tensions with conservative states. [ more ]

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Biden administration forecasts 100,000 new migrant enrollees in Obamacare' next year | amNewYork

Roughly 100,000 DACA recipients expected to enroll in Affordable Care Act's health insurance next year. [ more ]

The Atlantic

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What Will Biden's Stance on Israel Mean for His Campaign?

American campuses are focused on pro-Palestinian protests, while Biden and Trump navigate the implications of the war in Gaza. [ more ]

New York Post

Sorry, Team Biden: Lower capital-gains taxes aren't racist - higher ones are

The Biden administration proposed raising capital gains taxes, linking lower tax rates to racial disparities, which has sparked controversy. [ more ]

time.com

Biden Administration Says 100,000 New Migrants Expected to Enroll in Obamacare' Next Year

Around 100,000 immigrant Dreamers expected to enroll in ACA health insurance with tax breaks next year under Biden's directive. [ more ]

Advocate.com

Here's how Ron DeSantis is still tormenting LGBTQ+ kids after failed presidential campaign

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to sue Biden administration for transgender restroom access rule. [ more ]

Axios

Biden's antisemitism task force meets as college protests roil U.S.

Attempts to address growing antisemitism with concrete solutions discussed by Biden administration officials. [ more ]

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Cars

The Verge

Cars

Biden grants automakers some flexibility on battery minerals in final EV tax credit rules

Biden administration grants automakers a temporary exemption from strict EV tax credit rules, delaying restrictions on battery minerals until 2027. [ more ]

Fast Company

Cars

Why Tesla's supercharger shakeup won't slow down the EV charger rollout

The US is on track to meet the goal of having 500,000 public charging ports for EVs by 2026. [ more ]

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Court strikes down youth climate lawsuit on Biden administration request

Federal appeals court granted Biden administration's request to strike down landmark youth climate case, upsetting climate advocates. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Biden's Patience With Campus Protests Runs Out

Chaos in the streets is not advantageous for incumbents. [ more ]

Information security

CyberScoop

Information security

How to fine-tune the White House's new critical infrastructure directive

Biden administration updated federal infrastructure protection policy via NSM-22, linking it to modern cyber threat landscape, but fell short by not including space and cloud industries. [ more ]

WIRED

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Information security

The White House Reveals New Master Plan to Stop Everything From Cyberattacks to Terrorism

The Biden administration is updating the US government's infrastructure protection blueprint with a focus on cybersecurity and partnerships with the private sector. [ more ]

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Artificial intelligence

The Morning Risk Report: U.S. Financial Markets Regulator Names First Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer

CFTC appoints first chief artificial intelligence officer, responding to Biden's AI oversight push. [ more ]

FedScoop

Artificial intelligence

CISA unveils guidelines for AI and critical infrastructure

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency released safety guidelines for critical infrastructure, addressing AI risks and obligations under the Biden administration's executive order. [ more ]

New York Post

Biden's plan to bring in Gazan refugees is national security insanity

The Biden administration is considering accepting refugees from Gaza. [ more ]

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Activists march for immigrant rights in Wisconsin: We're making this country strong'

The rally in Milwaukee extended beyond immigration, critiquing authoritarianism under Trump and Biden's Israel-Gaza policy.

The 2024 presidential campaign season is fueling anti-immigrant sentiment, with Trump promoting mass deportations and military involvement.

Demonstrators fear authoritarianism, repression, and violence under a potential second Trump term, calling for protective actions by Biden. [ more ]

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Biden Cancels $6.1 Billion in Debt for Former Art Institute Students

The Biden administration canceled $6 billion in student debt for 317,000 Art Institutes attendees due to misleading practices. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Biden cancels $6 billion in loan debt for Art Institute students, including Sacramento school

The Biden administration is canceling $6.1 billion in federal student debt for 317,000 former attendees of The Art Institutes. [ more ]

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White House Launches Dishonest Attack on Republicans in Defense of Student Loan Forgiveness

Biden administration uses misleading talking point to defend student loan forgiveness schemes. [ more ]

New York Post

Biden gives the Supreme Court -and taxpayers - the finger with his latest student-loan bailout

President Biden faces opposition from Congress on student loan forgiveness.

Biden announces a new student loan forgiveness plan despite previous rejections. [ more ]

The Verge

Republicans release tech executives' internal communications

Conservatives are leveraging a report to align a narrative about Biden's administration potentially violating the First Amendment through backchannel communications with social media platforms, linked to a pending Supreme Court case. [ more ]

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Europe news

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Aiding Russia's War Effort

New sanctions announced on international military suppliers aiding Russia in Ukraine war. [ more ]

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Europe news

GOP Congressman Tells Fox's Varney Ukraine is All But a Lost Cause: We're Not Gonna See a Victory'

GOP representatives defend stance on Ukraine and border security.

Criticism towards Biden administration for lack of strategy in Ukraine. [ more ]

Fast Company

Canada news

Will a DEA reclassification of marijuana put the banking industry at ease? Cannabis companies hope so.

The Biden administration's reclassification of marijuana may not resolve the banking restrictions faced by the cannabis industry. [ more ]

Axios

Israel-Hamas deal is only hope for Biden's Middle East strategy

Biden is focusing on negotiating a hostage deal in Gaza to prevent further conflict and normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

Biden to cancel $6B in student debt for borrowers misled by The Art Institutes

The Biden administration canceled $6.1 billion in student loan debt held by 317,000 borrowers who attended The Art Institutes, citing fraud by the schools. [ more ]

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The Biden administration is moving to reclassify marijuana. Here's what that means

The Biden administration may reclassify marijuana to a less dangerous drug, fulfilling a promise and potentially aligning with young voters in 2024. [ more ]

Washington Post

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U.S. diplomat explains why she quit Biden administration over Gaza war

Hala Rharrit, a U.S. diplomat, resigned over the Biden administration's Gaza policy after an 18-year career at the State Department. [ more ]

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Kamala Harris Leads Push to Shore Up Democratic Support From Black Voters

Vice President Kamala Harris is focusing on energizing Black voters by highlighting the Biden administration's policies during a national economic tour. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

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Texas sues Biden administration for right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ students

Texas AG Ken Paxton sued DOE over LGBTQ+ Title IX guidelines. [ more ]

Truthout

Biden Must Recognize All Student Debt as Hardship. It's the Key Step to Relief.

Debt relief requires proof of 'hardship,' despite the debt itself being viewed as a hardship. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Biden administration reinstates health care protections for LGBTQ+ people in "giant step forward"

The Biden administration reinstated health care protections for LGBTQ+ individuals previously removed by Trump, ensuring non-discrimination under the Affordable Care Act. [ more ]

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Fox's Maria Bartiromo Calls Out Jim Jordan Over Biden Probe

House GOP struggles with impeachment probes amid criticisms for lack of progress in investigations. [ more ]

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Biden Administration Restores Health Protections for Gay and Transgender People

The Biden administration announced new protections for LGBTQ medical patients, prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. [ more ]

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Biden White House Blasts Hateful Rhetoric' After Pro-Israel Activists Chant Go to Gaza' At Columbia Protestors

The White House condemned pro-Israel activists for hateful rhetoric toward pro-Palestinian students at Columbia University. [ more ]

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Black Lives Matter

Biden administration abandons plan to ban menthol cigarettes, citing 'feedback'

Menthol cigarettes ban delay cited civil rights concerns by Biden administration. [ more ]

Axios

Biden tries to win back progressives, young people with left-leaning policy

Biden aims to boost support among progressives, young people, and people of color through various strategies and policy announcements. [ more ]

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Brian Kilmeade Calls For Cancellation of White House Correspondent's Dinner Over Biden's Treatment of the Press

Brian Kilmeade calls for cancellation of White House Correspondents Dinner due to Biden Administration's avoidance of press. [ more ]

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Biden administration shelves ban on menthol cigarettes

The Biden administration has delayed the plan to ban menthol cigarettes, generating backlash from anti-smoking advocates and scrutiny over potential impact on Black voters. [ more ]

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US supreme court to hear arguments in key case on emergency abortion care

The US Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Emtala law's application in emergency abortions, impacting abortion rights under conservative majority. [ more ]

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Pitting patients against physicians': doctors brace for US supreme court verdict on emergency abortions

Fetal maternal medicine specialist in Idaho faced challenges due to state's strict abortion ban but briefly provided abortions in emergencies under a federal law known as Emtala. [ more ]

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Abortion Data Wars: States and Cities Debate How Much Information to Collect

Data collection about abortion patients is becoming a contentious issue in the US amidst the partisan divide. [ more ]

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How Abrupt U-Turns Are Defining U.S. Environmental Regulations

The Biden administration's new pollution limits on coal plants reflect the polarized and erratic nature of US environmental policy changes. [ more ]

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Kim Kardashian visits the White House to highlight criminal justice reform

Kim Kardashian advocates for criminal justice reform, meets with Vice President Kamala Harris. [ more ]

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Opinion | How Biden Could Turn a Supreme Court Loss on Abortion Into a Win

The Supreme Court might prioritize a case on emergency abortions and EMTALA over one limiting mifepristone access, with significant implications for reproductive rights and the upcoming election. [ more ]

The Verge

OMG science

The EPA's new power plant pollution rule has a big, gassy hole in it

The EPA's finalized rules on greenhouse gas emissions target power plants, but do not yet address gas-fired plants critical for meeting climate commitments. [ more ]

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OMG science

New Biden Climate Rules Could Shutter Remaining American Coal Plants

The Biden administration finalized regulations forcing coal-fired power plants to drastically reduce pollution by 2039, transitioning to cleaner energy sources. [ more ]

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Trump Compares Campus Protests to Violent White Supremacist Rally in Charlottesville

Former President Trump downplays Charlottesville violence, equates pro-Palestinian protests to riots. [ more ]

The American Conservative

How Biden Courted Johnson for Ukraine Aid

The Biden administration successfully secured a $95 billion foreign aid package with $61 billion allocated for Ukraine after months of efforts and courtship of House Speaker Mike Johnson. [ more ]

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Biden signs $95bn foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

Biden signed a $95bn aid bill for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, emphasizing the importance of supporting Ukraine in its fight and highlighting the impact on global peace. [ more ]

Axios

Trump allies zero in on hush-money prosecutor

Trump's allies attack Manhattan prosecutor Colangelo, linking case to Biden, amidst hush-money trial.

Trump supporters criticize Colangelo for supposedly targeting Trump, indicating the deep political divide and tactics in the current landscape. [ more ]

Axios

Design

U.S. expands testing for bird flu in dairy cows

The Biden administration mandates dairy cows to have negative flu tests before interstate travel to prevent virus spread. [ more ]

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Coronavirus

Dairy Cows Transported Between States Must Now Be Tested for Bird Flu

Dairy cows crossing state lines must be tested for bird flu, part of efforts to control virus spread with minimal risk to humans. [ more ]

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Supreme court hears rightwing challenge to emergency abortion care in hospitals live

The Supreme Court is hearing a case challenging the Biden administration's requirement for hospitals to perform abortions in emergencies. [ more ]

time.com

Supreme Court Will Take Up the Legal Fight Over Ghost Guns, Firearms Without Serial Numbers

The Supreme Court will review a Biden administration appeal on regulating ghost guns, focusing on parts tracking and background checks to combat their increasing presence in crimes. [ more ]

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Supreme Court will take up the legal fight over ghost guns, firearms without serial numbers

The Supreme Court is considering the Biden administration's appeal on regulating ghost guns after lower courts struck down the regulation. [ more ]

Above the Law

District Court Judges Are Striking Down Nationwide Policies With 'Unprecedented Frequency'

Republican judges issued fewer nationwide injunctions against Biden policies compared to Trump. District court judges are striking down executive policies of opposing administrations frequently.

Judges have started vacating rules instead of issuing nationwide injunctions, resulting in the same outcome with less backlash. [ more ]

Above the Law

Borrowers Should Benefit From Biden's New Student Loan Forgiveness Proposal Before Voting In November

President Biden announced a revised plan for federal student loan forgiveness with a more targeted approach.

The new proposal covers multiple groups of borrowers, including those with accrued interest, specific repayment dates, and hardships. [ more ]

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Health

New Interactive Map Shows Where Extreme Heat Threatens Health

An interactive map called HeatRisk was launched by the Biden administration to show heat-related health risks in the lower 48 states. [ more ]

Washington Post

The fate of emergency abortion care rests with Supreme Court

Federal health agency warned Memorial Regional Hospital to take corrective action after denying emergency care, risking loss of federal funding. [ more ]

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Biden Kicks Off Earth Week with Solar Funding, Expanding Climate Corps

Biden administration to announce new grants and initiatives during Earth Week, culminating in pollution standards for power plants announcement.

President Biden to announce solar power grants and expansion of American Climate Corps, emphasizing economic opportunities and job creation.

Youth involvement in climate agenda crucial to Biden's reelection strategy, with focus on green energy and climate resiliency in historically fossil fuel-dependent communities. [ more ]

Axios

Some Trump chats with foreign leaders annoy Biden's team

Biden admin officials question appropriateness of some Trump meetings while Biden accuses Trump of aligning with far-righters. [ more ]

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Biden Shields Millions of Acres of Alaskan Wilderness From Drilling and Mining

The Biden administration expanded protections for Alaskan wilderness, blocking oil and mining in unspoiled lands to preserve the environment and indigenous communities. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Who's Afraid of a Chinese EV?

Key takeaway: Biden administration faces a dilemma between embracing Chinese electric vehicles for environmental benefits and protecting American jobs. [ more ]

Fast Company

Are Biden's climate actions enough to win young voters? It's complicated

Young voters prioritize climate change but may not decisively support Biden due to various factors. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

President Biden hopes tripled tariffs on China will improve U.S steel | Entrepreneur

The Biden Administration plans to implement new import taxes on Chinese steel and materials to protect American jobs and infrastructure. [ more ]

Axios

Palestinian president rejected U.S. requests to hold off on UN membership vote

Palestinian President Abbas rejected the Biden administration's request to halt a UN Security Council vote on granting Palestine full membership. [ more ]

Axios

Biden may triple tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum

Biden considers tripling tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum to protect American industries and show toughness on China. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Joe Biden savagely trolls Donald Trump for falling asleep in court: "Wake up Donald"

The Biden Administration mocks Trump's behavior in court and criticizes his stance on abortion in a memo. [ more ]

Truthout

Activists Slam Biden Admin's Approval of Largest Offshore Oil Export Terminal

Climate action groups reject Biden administration's approval of new offshore oil terminal, citing harmful impact on climate, wildlife, and communities. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

California

Biden administration gives California $45 million to help recently arrived migrants

Biden administration allocates $45 million to California programs aiding migrants, part of national $300 million effort by FEMA, including increased funding for San Diego County and Catholic Charities. [ more ]

Boston.com

Biden administration announces another round of loan cancellation under new repayment plan

The Biden administration is canceling student loans for 206,000 borrowers through a new repayment plan to make higher education accessible. [ more ]

Axios

Iranian drone attack on Israel spurs bipartisan calls in Congress for swift U.S. action

Lawmakers in the U.S. are emphasizing support for Israel and considering concrete actions against Iran in response to recent attacks. [ more ]

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US: Joe Biden rescinds $7.4 billion of student debt DW 04/12/2024

The Biden administration cancels $7.4 billion in student debt for 277,000 borrowers to appeal to young voters before the upcoming elections. [ more ]

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Biden administration announces another round of loan cancellation under new repayment plan

The Biden administration is canceling student loans faster for more borrowers through an updated repayment plan. [ more ]

Axios

Biden administration cancels another $7.4 billion in student loans

The Biden administration has found workarounds to provide student debt relief to millions after the Supreme Court blocked their original plan. [ more ]

Truthout

State Department Has Seen Historic Amount of Internal Dissent Over Gaza

State Department facing internal defection over Biden administration's policies on Gaza

Unprecedented number of dissent memos expressing dissatisfaction with the administration's policy [ more ]

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The Biden administration will require thousands more gun dealers to run background checks on buyers

More firearms dealers in the U.S. will have to conduct background checks on buyers to close loopholes in gun sales.

President Biden emphasizes the rule's aim to prevent guns from reaching domestic abusers and felons, urging Congress for universal background checks legislation. [ more ]

Axios

Biden administration approves new background check rules for firearms sales

The Biden administration approved the largest expansion of background checks for gun purchases in decades

The rule aims to close loopholes by requiring sellers to register as licensed firearms dealers and conduct background checks. [ more ]

Truthout

In Win for Cancer Alley Residents, EPA Finalizes Rule Targeting Toxic Polluters

The Biden administration is implementing new standards to protect fenceline communities from toxic air pollution in heavily industrialized areas.

The EPA's final rule will reduce over 6,200 tons of toxic air pollutants annually, leading to a significant decrease in cancer risks for affected communities. [ more ]

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World news

Biden Aims to Project United Front Against China at White House Summit

Biden aims to address Chinese aggression in South China Sea during joint meeting with Japan and Philippines leaders.

US, Japan, and the Philippines demonstrate military and diplomatic unity against China in the South China Sea. [ more ]

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President Joe Biden: US Considering' Dropping Julian Assange Prosecution

Biden considering ending Assange's prosecution.

Assange faces U.S. charges related to classified information acquisition. [ more ]

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Joe Biden's new student loan relief, explained

Biden unveils new plan to relieve student debt, aiming to assist millions of borrowers.

The plan targets reducing payments for 25 million borrowers, eliminating debt for over four million, and providing relief of $5,000 or more to 10 million borrowers. [ more ]

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To Counter China's Rising Power, Biden Looks to Strengthen Ties With Japan

The US and Japan are expected to integrate their militaries to counter China.

Biden administration prioritizes strengthening alliances in the Indo-Pacific region to address China's influence. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

What to know about President Biden's latest attempt at student loan cancellation

President Biden proposes targeted student loan cancellation for 30 million Americans after Supreme Court rejection of previous plan.

New plan uses different legal authority under Higher Education Act to focus on borrowers facing significant financial challenges. [ more ]

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