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Student Loan Payments Skyrocket Amid Policy Changes

3/19/2025

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Student loan repayment plans have taken a dramatic turn under the Trump administration, leaving many borrowers reeling as monthly payments soar from $250 to over $900. The elimination of income-driven repayment applications and layoffs at the Education Department have created chaos, igniting urgent demands for government intervention to alleviate the burden on struggling students.

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Story summary

Student loan repayment plans have taken a dramatic turn under the Trump administration, leaving many borrowers reeling as monthly payments soar from $250 to over $900. The elimination of income-driven repayment applications and layoffs at the Education Department have created chaos, igniting urgent demands for government intervention to alleviate the burden on struggling students.