Defaults on student loans have surged across the US, reaching record levels as borrowers struggle to keep up with payments.The numbers have spiked since payments came due again following a lengthy pause intended to provide relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. As of yesterday, about 9.5 million peopl

Defaults on student loans have surged across the United States, reaching record levels as borrowers struggle to keep up with payments.

Millions of Americans face student loan defaults after pandemic relief ended. Borrowers like Ashley Dreahn and Barbara Howaniec struggle with rising debt. Changes to…