Trump Admin Accused Of Blocking $2 Billion Congress Approved For Education Research
Education groups sue OMB and the Department of Education over nearly $2 billion in withheld IES research funds, much of which expires September 30, 2026.
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20 Best Side Hustles of 2026: Ranked by Earnings, Flexibility, and Growth
There are a lot of ways to make extra money online and offline, but what are the best side hustles to make it happen? We break it down.
Lawsuit Demands Proof Education Dept. Delivered $23 Billion in Student Loan Forgiveness
PPSL sued the Education Dept. over 15 ignored FOIA requests seeking proof it delivered $23 billion in promised group discharges to 1.5 million borrowers.
Nearly 46,000 Borrowers Applied For The New RAP Student Loan Plan On Day One
Nearly 46,000 borrowers applied for the new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) on its July 1 launch day, according to Under Secretary Nicholas Kent.
Why Consolidating Your Student Loans in 2026 Can Set You Back
Federal student loan consolidation no longer pays off for most borrowers in 2026 — it resets forgiveness progress. The one job it still does: escaping default.
SAVE Plan Borrowers Now Getting 90-Day Notices: What They Say And What To Do
SAVE plan borrowers are receiving 90-day notices from servicers like Edfinancial and Nelnet. See the notice timeline, repayment plan options, and auto-enrollment rules.
What Changes for Student Loan Borrowers on July 1, 2026
Federal student loans change July 1, 2026: two repayment plans, new grad and Parent PLUS caps, SAVE wind-down, and higher rates for new borrowers.
DOJ Sues Massachusetts And Rhode Island Over In-State Tuition For Undocumented Students
DOJ sues Massachusetts and Rhode Island over in-state tuition for undocumented students, bringing its total to 12 states in this legal campaign
10 Best Private Student Loan Lenders For College
We share our picks for the best private student loan lenders to pay for college in 2026, including choices from Sallie Mae, ElFi, College Ave and more.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Education Dept.’s New PSLF Employer Rule
A federal judge vacated the Education Dept.’s new PSLF employer rule on June 30, 2026, calling it unlawful, unconstitutionally vague, and a First Amendment violation.
ED Expands Professional Degree List to 29 Programs After Court Stay
After a court order, Department of Education expands the professional degree loan-limit list to 29 CIP codes, adding PA, PT, OT, nursing, and audiology programs.