Biden Lays Out New Plan for Student Debt Relief

Biden Lays Out New Plan for Student Debt Relief

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The transcript discusses the court's decision to strike down a student debt relief program and the subsequent announcement of a new path for debt relief based on the Higher Education Act. The new approach, led by Secretary Cardona, aims to provide relief to borrowers, especially those economically disadvantaged, despite taking longer to implement. The focus is on moving quickly within legal boundaries to achieve this goal.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speaker's reaction to the court's decision on the student debt relief program?

The speaker agreed with the decision.

The speaker was indifferent to the decision.

The speaker decided to abandon the relief program.

The speaker believed the decision was a mistake.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new legal basis for the student debt relief plan?

The Higher Education Act

The Affordable Care Act

The Social Security Act

The Civil Rights Act

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for compromising, waiving, or releasing loans under the new plan?

The Vice President

The President

The Supreme Court

Secretary Cardona

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's directive to the team regarding the new approach?

To seek public opinion

To move as quickly as possible

To consult with the court

To delay the implementation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action has Secretary Cardona taken regarding the new student debt relief approach?

He has sought further legal advice.

He has rejected the new plan.

He has initiated the new approach.

He has delayed the process.