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Judge Greenlights Biden's SAVE Plan for 7.4 Million Borrowers

3/7/2026

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A federal judge allowed the Biden-era SAVE plan to proceed, affecting more than 7.4 million borrowers.
The ruling denied a request by Republican-led states to pause the program during appeal.
The SAVE plan aims to reduce monthly payments and expedite loan forgiveness.
Borrowers face delays in relief as they await action from the U.S. Department of Education.
Experts say the plan’s future is politically uncertain, with changes possible from Congress.

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A federal judge allowed the Biden-era SAVE plan to proceed, affecting more than 7.4 million borrowers.
The ruling denied a request by Republican-led states to pause the program during appeal.
The SAVE plan aims to reduce monthly payments and expedite loan forgiveness.
Borrowers face delays in relief as they await action from the U.S. Department of Education.
Experts say the plan’s future is politically uncertain, with changes possible from Congress.