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American Federation of Teachers v. Department of Education

Filed on behalf of
A teachers' union and individuals with student loan debt
Case Number
1:25-cv-00802
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Filed
March 18, 2025
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Relief Outcomes
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Temporary Restraining Order
Denied
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Summary
The American Federation of Teachers and six individuals with student loan debt have sued the Department of Education for dismantling the student loan system and eliminating access to income-driven repayment (IDR) plans. The plaintiffs argue that the Department of Education's actions violate the Administrative Procedure Act as Congress required that IDR plans are offered by the Department.
Plaintiffs
American Federation of Teachers
Plaintiffs' Counsel
Berger Montague Student Borrower Protection Center
Defendants
U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon

Documents

Motion for Preliminary Injunction
American Federation of Teachers v. ED - Motion for PI
September 16, 2025
Motion for Temporary Restraining Order, Motion for Preliminary Injunction
American Federation of Teachers v. Department of Education - Plaintiff's Motion for a Temporary Restraining Order or Preliminary Injunction
March 24, 2025