Leading Dem on US House education panel, advocates blast student loan changes

Experts and advocates are raising alarms about the recent changes to the federal student loan system introduced by the new GOP tax and spending cut law, fearing it will push borrowers toward private lenders and disrupt their educational goals. With top Democrat U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott voicing concerns, they argue these changes could make higher education less accessible and more financially burdensome. This shift could have significant implications for millions of students and the overall economic landscape, potentially widening the gap in educational attainment and financial stability.