The Trump administration is aggressively expanding hiring at the Federal Student Aid office despite its long-standing pledge to dismantle the agency, according to an internal government document. The move comes as the department ramps up operations ahead of a major overhaul of student loan programs, raising questions about its commitment to downsizing. Critics argue the hiring push contradicts past promises to streamline federal education funding, while supporters say the staffing boost is necessary to handle increased demand. The internal presentation, obtained by POLITICO, highlights a sharp shift in priorities within the agency.


The Trump administration has launched a hiring blitz at the agency it vowed to eliminate, according to an internal presentation reviewed by POLITICO. The Education Department’s Federal Student Aid ...