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Education Department cuts student loan interest rate
The Education Department will reduce student loan interest rates by 1 percent for borrowers enrolled in automatic payments starting July 1, effective through June 30, 2028. Borrowers must enroll in auto pay by Sept. 30 to qualify.
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