Is The Federal Government Losing $22 Billion On Student Loans?

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The federal government reported that it expects to make $22 billion less on federal student loans this year than it did last year. Critics are pointing fingers at President Obama, but is it justified? Today we’ll unpack the argument and get to the bottom of it.

• The College Loan Bombshell Hidden in the Budget
• Oops—White House Loses $22 Billion on Student Loan Plans
• Flip Side of Reducing Student Debt Is Increasing the Federal Deficit
• Democratic Senators Highlight Obscene Government Profits Off Student Loan Program

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