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Biden tries again at student loan cancellation, for those in financial hardship
The Biden administration is moving ahead with a new path to student loan cancellation for Americans who face steep medical bills, child care costs and other types of financial hardship that prevent ...29 minutes ago - Joe Biden -
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Biden unveils new student debt plan for people with financial hardships
President Joe Biden's plans to forgive student debt have hit legal roadblocks. Now a new plan would look to help people experiencing financial hardships.1 hour ago - Joe Biden -
Business - CNBC
Biden's latest student debt plan would create forgiveness path for borrowers facing financial ruin
The Biden administration introduced a proposal to deliver student loan forgiveness to millions of people experiencing devastating financial hardship.1 hour ago - Joe Biden -
Business - MarketWatch
Student-loan borrowers facing financial hardship could get debt forgiveness — if Biden’s new plan survives
Student-loan borrowers struggling financially may have a path toward debt relief if the Biden administration gets its way.5 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
8 million student loan borrowers would qualify for relief under Biden 'hardship' rules
The Biden administration announced on Friday proposed rules to give student debt relief to borrowers experiencing “hardship” in the president’s latest attempt to forgive student loans. The ...5 hours ago - Joe Biden -
World - Financial Times
Oaktree-backed bank under court administration over mafia-linked loans
Milan prosecutor says there is evidence of state-guaranteed loans given to businesses connected to organised crime22 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Colleges left helpless as students rule out schools due to state politics
Colleges and universities find themselves increasingly trapped with the politics of the state where they reside. As state legislatures pass sweeping measures on everything from abortion to LGBTQ ...Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
EY and Meta Fired Workers for Stretching the Rules: What Would You Do?
EY employees watched multiple training videos at once. Meta employees used meal vouchers for non-food items. Here’s how employers should evaluate breaches like these, one expert says.Yesterday -
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As Election Nears, Kelly Warns Trump Would Rule Like a Dictator
John Kelly, the Trump White House’s longest-serving chief of staff, said that he believed that Donald Trump met the definition of a fascist.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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Proposed rule would require insurance companies to pay for over-the-counter contraception
A proposed rule by the Biden administration would require insurance companies to cover the cost of non-prescription birth control. The proposal comes as reproductive rights are a central issue in ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Israel claims Hezbollah bunker under Beirut hospital holds millions of dollars
Sahel hospital evacuated despite Israel saying it would not attack it although at least four people died in nearby strikes. Middle East crisis: live updates Israel has accused Hezbollah of ...3 days ago - Israel -
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White House extends repayment freeze for 8 million student borrowers
Student loan payments for people enrolled in the Biden administration's SAVE plan will remain on hold for at least six more months.3 days ago -
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ICE's $2 Million Contract With a Spyware Vendor Is Under White House Review
Immigration and Customs Enforcement's contract with Paragon Solutions faces scrutiny over whether it complies with the Biden administration's executive order on spyware, WIRED has learned.3 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Biden extends student loan payment pause by 6 months for 8 million SAVE plan borrowers
Student loan payments for some 8 million borrowers will remain on pause for six months or longer, a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Education said.3 days ago - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
Birth control pills and condoms could be free for millions in US under new plan
Biden administration proposal comes days before US election as Kamala Harris vows to expand healthcare. US politics – live updates Millions of people with private health insurance would be ...4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Japan general election: what would it take for the ruling LDP party to be ousted?
Corruption scandals, an economic crisis and widespread leader dissatisfaction have dogged the party yet it remains in contention. All eyes are now on whether it will secure a majority. Bruised by ...October 17 -
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How a Harris presidency would differ from Biden's, according to her campaign
Vice President Kamala Harris is promising to govern differently than President Biden if elected as commander-in-chief. Cedric Richmond, Harris-Walz campaign co-chair, joins "America Decides" to ...October 17 - Joe Biden -
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Biden administration has now canceled loans for more than 1 million public workers
A student loan cancellation program for public service workers has granted relief to more than 1 million Americans — up from just 7,000 who were approved before it was updated by the Biden ...October 17 - Joe Biden -
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Trump's plan to deport millions of immigrants would cost billions
Former President Donald Trump is doubling down on his promise to carry out the largest mass deportation effort in American history.October 17 - Donald Trump -
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Biden Cancels Another $4.5 Billion in Student Debt
The executive decision will help 60,000 borrowers, bringing the total number of public service workers getting loan forgiveness to more than 1 million.October 17 - Joe Biden -
Business - CNBC
Biden forgives more student loans: 60,000 borrowers will get notices canceling $4.5 billion in debt
The Biden administration announced on Thursday that it was forgiving another $4.5 billion in student debt for over 60,000 borrowers.October 17 - Joe Biden -
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4.8M borrowers, including 1M in public service, have had student debt forgiven, Biden admin says
The Biden administration announced it has provided student debt relief to more than 1 million borrowers who work in public service and 4.8 million borrowers in total.October 17 - Joe Biden -
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Student debt cancelled for 1 million public servants, as other relief remains in limbo
Biden administration touts the milestone while courts are blocking other parts of the White House’s student-loan agendaOctober 17 -
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Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program Has Canceled Debt for Over One Million People
An effort to revive and maximize use of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program has resulted in student loan forgiveness for over one million people.October 17 - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Biden administration forgives student loans for 60,000 public service workers
The Biden administration announced on Thursday that it is forgiving the student loans for more than 60,000 public service workers. The move gives $4.5 billion in debt relief to teachers, ...October 17 - Joe Biden -
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Social media faces big changes under new Ofcom rules
Ofcom warns social media companies could face fines if they don’t comply with the new Online Safety BillOctober 17 -
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Harris spars with Fox News host and says she wouldn't be a 'continuation' of Biden
In a combative interview with Fox News, Harris said in the most emphatic terms to date that if elected she would not be a repeat of President Joe Biden’s nearly four years in office.October 17 - Joe Biden -
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Biden Announces $425 Million in Aid to Ukraine
President Biden spoke by telephone to President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine about the security package, which includes munitions, armored vehicles and other weapons.October 16 - Joe Biden -
Business - Inc.
Petitions to Unionize Doubled Under Biden Administration
Workers filed 3,286 bids with the government to form unions, the first increase in a presidential term since Gerald Ford left office in 1976.October 16 - Joe Biden -
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SBA Depletes Disaster Loan Funds After Helene and Milton, Biden Says
Federal officials urged people to keep applying for the loans, which they said they would continue to process while awaiting more funding from Congress, which is not set to reconvene until Nov. 12.October 15 - Joe Biden -
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SBA runs out of funding for disaster relief loans after Helene, Milton
The Small Business Administration offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans to businesses and people affected by disasters.October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
SBA disaster loan program is out of money, says Biden
President Biden said on Tuesday that a key federal program that provides disaster loans to businesses and homeowners is tapped out on funds in the aftermath of back-to-back hurricanes. Biden said ...October 15 - Joe Biden -
Business - CNBC
Here's who would benefit from Trump's proposed tax break on car loan interest
A tax deduction on car-loan interest proposed by former president Donald Trump would likely benefit wealthier taxpayers who buy expensive cars, experts said.October 14 - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Chris Matthews: 'Big mistake' for Harris to say policies would be the same as Biden's
Political commentator Chris Matthews said early Monday it is a “big mistake” for Vice President Harris to align her policies with President Biden’s. “I think when she says her policies are going ...October 14 - Joe Biden -
Top stories - The New York Times
Biden Visits Florida After Hurricane Milton and Calls for Bipartisan Relief Effort
The president surveyed damage in Florida and announced $612 million for projects to help the electric grid in areas affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.October 14 - Joe Biden -
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Biden announces $600 million for Florida hurricane relief
President Biden traveled to Florida on Sunday, where he announced more than $600 million in aid to help recovery efforts from hurricanes Helene and Milton. Mr. Biden has asked Congress to return ...October 13 - Joe Biden -
Politics - Politico
Johnson: Congress coming back early for hurricane relief would be ‘premature’
Congress is not scheduled to be back in session until after the election.October 13