Student-loan borrowers are facing 'drastic changes' to repayment that require lawmakers to step in, 89 organizations say

A coalition of 89 advocacy groups, unions, and nonprofits, including Protect Borrowers, the AFL-CIO, and the American Federation of Teachers, sent a letter to congressional leaders requesting an emergency hearing on student-loan repayment changes. The letter cited reporting on repayment changes that have caused confusion and errors for borrowers following President Donald Trump's overhaul. The groups called for accountability from student-loan servicers and the Education Department. They said Congress should step in to ensure borrowers are protected.

Read More