High Court To Rule On Biden Student Loan Cancellation Plan

High Court To Rule On Biden Student Loan Cancellation Plan

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The video discusses the US Supreme Court's involvement in the student loan forgiveness program, which is currently blocked. The Court is set to hear arguments in February, with a decision expected by early summer. Six Republican-controlled states are challenging the program, arguing that the Biden administration overstepped its authority. The outcome could be influenced by the Court's conservative majority, which has previously struck down other Biden administration initiatives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of the student loan forgiveness program as discussed in the first section?

It has been fully implemented.

It is awaiting approval from Congress.

It is currently blocked by the courts.

It has been rejected by the Supreme Court.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states are leading the legal challenge against the student loan forgiveness program?

California, Texas, New York, Florida, Ohio, and Georgia

South Carolina, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Arkansas, and Kansas

Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Ohio

Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main argument of the states challenging the student loan forgiveness program?

The President overstepped his authority without Congress's approval.

The program is too costly for the federal budget.

The program violates international law.

The program discriminates against certain groups of borrowers.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the composition of the Supreme Court in terms of political leanings?

7 conservative justices and 2 liberal justices

6 conservative justices and 3 liberal justices

5 conservative justices and 4 liberal justices

4 conservative justices and 5 liberal justices

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What past actions by the Biden administration have been struck down by the Supreme Court?

Healthcare reform and immigration policy

Eviction moratorium and vaccine mandate for large employers

Climate change regulations and tax reforms

Education policy and infrastructure spending