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FAFSA Rollout Faces Bipartisan Criticism Amid Delays and Errors

Both Republicans and Democrats express frustration over the botched implementation of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid, impacting millions of students.

  • Bipartisan frustration in Washington as the new FAFSA rollout is marred by delays and data errors, affecting over 2 million students.
  • Education Department scrambles to address issues, with significant impacts on college enrollment decisions and financial aid distribution.
  • Congressional hearings reveal a 'crisis of credibility' for the Education Department, with calls for accountability and improved management.
  • Students nationwide, especially in Philadelphia, face uncertainty with college decisions as FAFSA errors jeopardize state financial aid eligibility.
  • Education Secretary Miguel Cardona urges colleges to extend decision deadlines to accommodate the ongoing FAFSA issues.
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