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President Trump's election introduces uncertainty for borrowers waiting on student loan forgiveness. Savannah Britt, with $27,000 in student loans, faces potential monthly payments of $250 due to halted forgiveness initiatives caused by court challenges. Her mother also waits on $18,000 in loan forgiveness, as opposition to Biden’s plans from Trump and Republicans adds to this uncertainty for millions of borrowers. Financial pressures extend beyond inflation, impacting student debt holders. Student loan cancellation did not feature prominently in the campaigns of Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump criticized Biden for not delivering on forgiveness promises, reflecting a stagnation in addressing student debt. Biden's initial plan to cancel up to $20,000 for borrowers was halted by the Supreme Court, and lawsuits from GOP-led states currently stall a revised version. Despite limited popularity for Biden’s initiatives, approximately five million borrowers benefited from existing loan relief programs. Sabrina Calazans, managing director of the Student Debt Crisis Center, encourages borrowers to utilize resources like the loan simulator on the Federal Student Aid website to navigate confusion surrounding their loans.

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