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Washington and 21 other states are suing the U.S. Department of Education over a rule that would restrict eligibility for a student loan forgiveness program designed for public service workers like teachers and librarians.

The suit, filed in federal court Monday, is in response to a rule issued by the department late last month that would exclude certain employers from the program if they serve a “substantial illegal purpose.” According to statem

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