In the agreement, the Trump administration said it will again process student loan forgiveness for eligible borrowers in two income-driven repayment plans—the original Income-Contingent Repayment plan and the Pay as You Earn plan—as long as those programs remain in effect.

Experts say the move could eliminate the federal government's power to cancel educational loans

During the shutdown, previously awarded federal grants to schools are expected to continue, but new grants are paused until Congress acts. Student loan borrowers and education programs could face further disruption if the shutdown drags on.

California is considering a bill to let homeless community college students sleep in their cars on campus. Supporters call it a needed safety net, while critics argue it's costly and inhumane.