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 Student Loan Collections Are Back! What You NEED to Know 💰 It’s official — after a long pandemic pause, student loan collections are back . Starting May 5, the federal government will restart collecting defaulted student loan payments, and millions of Americans are about to feel the pressure. If you thought the debt crisis was bad before, buckle up. We’re entering one of the harshest financial landscapes in recent memory, and for many borrowers, it’s going to be a brutal wake-up call. For the first time since 2020, the U.S. Education Department will once again be enforcing collection on defaulted loans using aggressive tactics through the Treasury Department. That means your tax refunds, wages, and even Social Security benefits could be garnished. Yes, even grandma’s check is at risk if she co-signed on a student loan and it’s in default. 😳 Education Secretary Linda McMahon made it very clear: taxpayers will no longer “serve as collateral” for unpaid student debt. While some...

 Obama vs. Trump: The Harvard Showdown That’s Shaking Up Academia 💥 In a dramatic showdown that’s igniting political and academic circles alike, former President Barack Obama just threw down the gauntlet against Donald Trump’s crackdown on Harvard University. Obama, a Harvard Law alumnus, didn't hold back as he praised his alma mater for standing its ground against what he called a “ham-handed” and unlawful attempt to suppress academic freedom. The drama unfolded after the Trump administration froze over $2.2 billion in grants and $60 million in contracts because Harvard refused to implement controversial demands—including a mask ban, cuts to DEI programs, and alleged changes to combat antisemitic harassment. Obama’s response? Applause and a clear call to action. He said Harvard set a powerful example by defending intellectual inquiry, rigorous debate, and mutual respect in education. He encouraged other universities to resist the pressure too. “Let’s hope other institutions fol...