President Trump is planning massive cuts to programs that have helped millions of Americans get affordable college loans, and plans to eliminate a program that offers limited debt forgiveness for some people who go to work for nonprofits.

However, credit unions might help ease the impact through expansion of private loan and refinance programs, a student loan CUSO official said.

The Washington Post reported Thursday on Education Department documents dated May 23 — the date the White House is expected to announce its education budget.

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