Illinois’ $61.6 billion in student loan debt 7th highest – Center Square

U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth said at an unrelated event Wednesday that she’s in favor of up to $50,000 of student loans per individual to be covered by taxpayers. She also advocated for floating interest rates, the ability to declare bankruptcy and service credits for education. Duckworth's Republican opponent, Kathy Salvi, warned the measure will result in higher tuition and will hurt lower to middle income families.