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Lawsuits Challenge Trump's PSLF Changes Amid Controversy

11/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

Two lawsuits were filed against the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump challenging PSLF changes.
The lawsuits allege the rule violates the Administrative Procedure Act and exceeds the Department's authority.
A coalition of nonprofits and city governments, including teachers unions and immigration rights groups, seeks to block the rule in Massachusetts.
Under Secretary Nicholas Kent defended the rule as necessary to prevent taxpayer funding of organizations involved in illegal activities.

History

Historical Context

The Administrative Procedure Act (APA), enacted in 1946, established essential guidelines for federal agency rulemaking, promoting public participation and transparency. Recent lawsuits against the U.S. Department of Education regarding changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program highlight ongoing tensions between federal authority and public interest, potentially reshaping federal education policy and administrative practices in the future.

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Story summary

Two lawsuits were filed against the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump challenging PSLF changes.
The lawsuits allege the rule violates the Administrative Procedure Act and exceeds the Department's authority.
A coalition of nonprofits and city governments, including teachers unions and immigration rights groups, seeks to block the rule in Massachusetts.
Under Secretary Nicholas Kent defended the rule as necessary to prevent taxpayer funding of organizations involved in illegal activities.

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