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How tuition-free college could help the student debt crisis

The $1.6 trillion student debt crisis has led President Biden to publicly consider forgiving at least $10,000 per federal borrower, yet critics of widespread student loan forgiveness argue cancelling loans for current debt holders does little to solve problems for future borrowers. But what if higher education were free?

Expanding Access Through Reducing Cost of High-Speed Internet

On May 9, 2022, President Biden and Vice President Harris announced the securement of private sector commitments towards the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).

Infrastructure Finally Hits Prime Time

The Biden Administration’s $2 trillion proposal includes provisions that address longstanding community college needs.

First Lady Dr. Jill Biden commits to free access to community college, training

WASHINGTON (AP) — Jill Biden is pushing free access to community college and training programs, saying the schools will be an important part of Biden administration efforts to rebuild the...

Trump administration to grant disabled veterans automatic loan forgiveness

Education Department says it will grant automatic loan forgiveness to disabled veterans -- a step that had been urged by Democrats and state attorneys general.

Q & A with Scott Stump

Scott Stump is the assisant secretary for career, technical, and adult education at the U.S. Department of Education.
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