Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

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The Trump administration has reached an agreement that could end President Biden's signature student loan repayment plan, a move that may force millions of borrowers back into repayment. The Education ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Adam Minsky is an attorney and writer focusing on student loans. The Trump administration announced an agreement on Tuesday to ...

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