Treasury Takes Over Student Loans: What It Means
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The U.S. Treasury Department is assuming control of defaulted federal student loans, a move that could eventually encompass the entire $1.7 trillion portfolio. This shift comes as fewer than 40% of borrowers are making payments, and nearly a quarter are in default. Critics argue this is reckless, potentially harming borrowers and leading to deeper debt for vulnerable families. The move is part of a broader plan to shrink the Education Department, following recent Supreme Court approval that allowed significant staff cuts, particularly impacting student aid programs. As operations transfer, the focus is on streamlining while states gain more control over education, with borrowers closely monitoring for any service improvements.
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