Student Loan Forgiveness Under Trump: An Explainer for Homeowners and Renters Alike Student loan forgiveness was a contentious issue during Trump's presidency, with various initiatives aimed at alleviating the burden of student loan debt.
The administration's plan for public service loan forgiveness, unveiled in 2019, built upon existing programs, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), which had been implemented by the Obama administration.
The Trump administration's approach was met with criticism from lawmakers and advocates, who argued that it did not go far enough in addressing the scale of student loan debt.