Defaulted Student Loans

Court Reversal Hits Biden’s Student Loan Plan, Millions Impacted

Student-loan borrowers enrolled in the SAVE plan will receive information regarding next steps following a new 8th Circuit ruling. This ruling directs a district court to approve a settlement aiming to eliminate the SAVE plan, a key affordable repayment program created by the Biden administration. Consequently, enrolled borrowers will be transitioned to different repayment plans, with a limited window to select a new one. Advocates have criticized this decision, predicting significant increases in borrowers’ annual bills.

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Trump Admin to Begin Wage Garnishment for Defaulted Student Loan Borrowers in January

In a recent announcement, the Trump administration revealed plans to begin wage garnishment for student loan borrowers in default. Starting the week of January 7th, the Department of Education will notify approximately 1,000 defaulted borrowers, with the number of notifications expected to grow. The government has the authority to seize up to 15% of a borrower’s after-tax income, ensuring borrowers retain at least $217.50 weekly, as per legal requirements.

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