A federal judge reinstated the Biden administration's plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loans just before the election.
President Joe Biden's loan plan had been blocked by a temporary restraining order over lawsuits by Republican attorneys general in seven states, including Florida, Georgia and Ohio. The lawsuit accused the Biden administration of overstepping its authority in violation of the Constitution.
“You are bribing some voters by transferring their debts to the rest of us taxpayers.”
On Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Randall Hall lifted the restraining order and allowed the plan to be revived. Hall said the lawsuit doesn't stand up well as a lawsuit against the president's plan. The lawsuit was moved to Missouri, arguing that Biden's plan would harm loan servicers.
a statement A statement from the U.S. Department of Education indicated that the administration intends to continue pursuing its voter bribery scheme.
“This lawsuit reflects the continued efforts of Republican lawmakers to prevent millions of their constituents from taking a breather with their student loans,” a DOE spokesperson said. Provides assistance and relief to borrowers nationwide. ”
Texas Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw criticized Biden after the decision.
“Let me clear this up. This is a student loan transfer. It's not a 'forgiveness.'” You are bribing some voters by transferring their debt to the rest of us taxpayers. Crenshaw posted. on social media.
“This transfers debt liability without transferring any of the profits incurred by doctors and lawyers who received higher education loans. This is arguably the most unethical move in recent history. “This is one of the most illegal bribery schemes in the world,” he added. .
While many on the left claim a landslide victory for Biden, Axios characteristic That's a “small victory,” considering Missouri courts can still put a hold on the program before it can be implemented.
Judge Hall was appointed by George W. Bush.
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