July 8, 2026

Changes in Federal Student Loans Impact Graduate Students

William Brangham, photographed by Mike Morgan (www.mikemorganphoto.com) for PBS NewsHour, 14 September 2021, in Arlington VA.

Federal student loan policies are experiencing transformations with significant consequences for both current and future graduate students. Recently, a federal judge placed a temporary block on some new loan limits imposed by the Department of Education. These changes affect various professional degrees.

In a discussion with Danielle Douglas-Gabriel of The Washington Post, William Brangham explored these developments. Brangham, known for his work as an award-winning correspondent, producer, and substitute anchor for the PBS News Hour, continues to provide insightful coverage on issues impacting education and beyond.

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