Biden's Student Debt Relief to Transform Lives of 78,000 Workers

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President Joe Biden has announced additional student loan forgiveness that will benefit an extra 78,000 public service workers, according to AFSCME President Lee Saunders. Saunders believes this move will alleviate financial stress for those in public service roles and could potentially attract more qualified individuals to these positions. This brings the total number of people who have received relief through Biden's restructuring of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program to over 870,000.

AFSCME President Applauds Biden's Additional Student Loan Forgiveness

AFSCME President Lee Saunders expresses his gratitude following President Joe Biden's announcement of additional student loan forgiveness. This new development will benefit an extra 78,000 public service workers, many of whom are AFSCME members.

"Joe Biden continues to exhibit appreciation for AFSCME members and the critical work we do. His new approach to forgive student loans for more public service workers will significantly impact the lives of those committed to serving others. This relief provides them with the assurance to support their families while also continuing to love their jobs. More than 870,000 individuals have now received aid through Biden's restructuring of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program."

"Biden’s decisive actions on student debt relief are also instrumental in addressing the issue of staffing shortages that impact AFSCME members and the communities we serve daily. By easing the stress associated with overwhelming student loan debt, more competent individuals will be motivated to follow a career in public service and remain committed. We eagerly anticipate further collaboration with the Biden administration to achieve progress for working individuals."

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