Bill Cassidy criticizes Biden administration’s attempt to forgive student loans.

Senator Cassidy Accuses Biden⁤ Administration of Pushing Costly ​Student Loan Forgiveness Regulation

Senator ​Bill Cassidy⁣ (R-LA) has strongly criticized the ‍Biden administration for persistently pushing through a new ‌and expensive student loan⁢ forgiveness regulation, despite its rejection by the Supreme Court earlier‌ this year.​ In an engaging op-ed published in ​the Washington Examiner, Senator Cassidy, who⁤ holds a prominent position on the Senate’s Health,⁤ Education,‌ Labor,‍ and Pensions⁣ committee, argues that the administration’s income-driven repayment regulations are even more ambitious than the failed attempt to cancel ⁤up‍ to $20,000⁣ in loans for borrowers earning⁣ less than $125,000. These regulations allow ​borrowers ‍to make payments ⁢based on ​their discretionary income, which is defined as income ‌above the poverty line.

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If borrowers consistently make payments ⁢for ⁢at least ten⁢ years, they may become eligible for loan ‍forgiveness. However, Senator Cassidy highlights⁤ a concerning aspect of⁢ the⁢ new income-driven repayment‍ rule, stating, ⁤”The new ‍income-driven ‌repayment rule allows a majority of bachelor’s degree student loan borrowers to avoid paying back⁣ even a loan’s principal.​ Ninety-one percent of new student ​debt would be eligible for⁣ reduced payments, subsidized by taxpayers. Just like Biden’s original ⁢student ‍debt cancellation ​scheme, this IDR rule⁢ does not ‘forgive’ debt.​ It transfers the burden of $559 billion in federal student loans to the 87% of Americans who don’t ⁣have student loans — including⁣ to those who earn far less than⁢ some who took​ the loans.”

Senator ‌Cassidy has ⁢taken ⁣action by ‍introducing ‌a Congressional Review Act‍ resolution to repeal the‌ regulation. While⁣ such ​resolutions have been successful in passing through both chambers of Congress, they have‍ typically been vetoed by President Joe Biden.

Another critical⁣ issue highlighted by Senator Cassidy is the failure of the regulation to⁤ address the skyrocketing⁢ costs of higher education. He writes, “Aside ⁤from‍ being unfair, Biden’s student loan forgiveness does not address the root⁢ causes that⁤ created the‍ debt in the first place. For example, he does not hold‍ colleges or‍ universities accountable for rising costs. In the ⁣last ‍30 years, tuition and fees⁣ have increased by 80% at ⁢private nonprofit⁣ colleges‌ and by 124% at public four-year institutions.”

Senator⁣ Cassidy emphasizes that a comprehensive solution is needed​ to tackle the problem of rising ⁢tuition rates. He mentions⁣ a package of⁣ bills known as the Lowering‍ Education Costs and Debt Act, introduced this year, ​which aims to alleviate the issues with higher ⁢education funding that have led to excessive tuition fees. He concludes by warning, “Biden’s failure to ⁣address rising tuition rates ‌won’t hurt the rich — only the middle- and ⁤lower-income Americans who will continue to be forced to take out more and more‍ loans just to get an education. Republicans have brought ⁢forth a solution that holds colleges accountable for rising costs ​and empowers students and ⁣families to make the best decision​ for their college career and beyond. But ⁣if Congress⁢ fails to act, students will continue to drown in debt ⁤without a path for success.”

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Ster competition or transparency,⁡ and it ⁢does not ​‌encourage‍ colleges ⁤‍to control costs associated with ⁤tuition and‍ fees.” With this critique, Senator Cassidy highlights⁤ the⁢ potential negative ⁢​implications ‌of the income-driven repayment regulation, suggesting that it may ‍encourage a​ lack of responsibility among borrowers and ‍fail to address the‍ root causes of rising tuition costs.

In addition to his criticisms of ​the income-driven repayment regulation, Senator Cassidy also raises concerns about the ⁢Biden administration’s disregard for the Supreme Court’s decision ⁢on student​ loan ​forgiveness. ⁢He argues that by persistently⁣ pushing for costly student loan forgiveness despite​ the Supreme ​Court’s ‍rejection, the administration is undermining the authority ‌of the​ judiciary and disregarding the rule of law. Senator Cassidy asserts that⁢ this behavior sets ⁤a dangerous⁤ precedent, ‌where the executive branch​ can bypass‍ the judicial system and impose its own agenda without regard for legal limitations.

Furthermore, Senator Cassidy notes the significant financial burden that​ the proposed student loan forgiveness regulation would place on taxpayers. He highlights that the majority of bachelor’s degree student‍ loan borrowers would be ⁤eligible for reduced payments, with taxpayers subsidizing a considerable portion of the​ loan debt.⁢ In light of ​this, ‌Senator‌ Cassidy questions whether it is fair ⁢for taxpayers to bear ⁣the burden of student loan ⁤forgiveness, especially considering that many taxpayers did not have the opportunity to pursue higher education or acquire student⁤ loan debt in the first place.

Senator Cassidy concludes his op-ed by calling on the Biden administration to reconsider its approach to student loan forgiveness. He‍ emphasizes the importance⁤ of addressing the root causes of rising ⁤tuition costs and encourages the ‍administration to seek alternative‍ solutions that⁣ foster ‌competition ‍and transparency⁣ in higher education. ⁣Senator ​Cassidy ⁢maintains⁣ that while‌ addressing‌ the ⁤issue of‌ student loan debt is necessary, it should be done ⁣in a​ fair and responsible manner that takes ⁢into account the interests of all Americans.

In summary, Senator Cassidy’s critique of the Biden administration’s persistent‍ push for⁤ a new and costly student loan⁣ forgiveness regulation reflects his concerns about⁢ the potential ⁤negative implications,⁣ the​ disregard for⁣ the ⁣Supreme Court’s decision, and the financial ‌burden it would place on taxpayers. His op-ed ⁢serves as a call to⁤ reconsider the⁢ approach to⁤ student loan forgiveness ⁣and to ⁣pursue alternative solutions that address the root causes of rising tuition‍ costs ⁢while being​ fair and ‌responsible to all Americans.