Trump's recent executive order seeks to restrict eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, creating uncertainty for over 2 million borrowers who have based their careers on the promise of debt relief after 10 years of service. Many borrowers, like Megan Flocken, express deep concern, fearing their years of public dedication are under threat. Despite the potential instability the order injects into borrowers' lives, the Education Department is reviewing it, asserting that PSLF should not benefit those whose employers don't align politically with the administration.
"I'm counting my lucky stars that there's still the possibility that this PSLF program will remain intact because I have dedicated my whole professional life to public service."
"injecting another element of instability into her life"
Over 2 million student-loan borrowers with qualifying employers are enrolled in PSLF, according to recent Education Department data.
the Education Department said it's reviewing the order and will ensure PSLF doesn't go to "anti-American activists."
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