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U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) criticized the Biden Administration's approach to student loan socialism, highlighting concerning incidents on university campuses. McConnell expressed, "The past six months have shone an uncomfortably bright light on the moral rot festering on America’s university campuses." He pointed out instances, such as the president of Columbia University's response to anti-Semitism concerns and plagiarism issues at Harvard Medical School.

McConnell raised questions about the administration's proposal for student loan transfers, stating, "These are the institutions that President Biden wants working Americans to underwrite? These are the degrees that President Biden wants taxpayers to subsidize?" He emphasized the impact on working Americans, mentioning the transfer of loans to taxpayers and the rise in tuition costs for future students.

The Republican leader criticized the administration's handling of FAFSA applications, noting errors that affected federal financial aid applications. McConnell highlighted the lack of concern for prospective students and families, stating, "Washington Democrats apparently couldn’t care less whether prospective students make informed decisions."

In conclusion, McConnell expressed his expectation that working Americans will voice their opinions on the issue in the upcoming months.