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Congress Pushes Bill Targeting 'Ghost Students' in College Aid Fraud
Original: Congress Pushes Bill Against ‘Ghost Students,’ Critics Warn of Potential Harm to Genuine Students
Lawmakers in Congress are advancing legislation aimed at curbing 'ghost student' fraud, in which fake enrollees are created to steal financial aid. Supporters say the bill would protect federal student aid programs from scammers. Critics caution the measures could inadvertently harm legitimate students, such as by adding verification hurdles or flagging genuine applicants during fraud crackdowns.
Why now: Rising 'ghost student' financial aid fraud has drawn congressional attention and debate over how to stop scams without burdening real students.
Evidence
- Congress Pushes Bill Against ‘Ghost Students,’ Critics Warn of Potential Harm to Genuine Students · Investopedia
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