#501: The Unintended Consequences of Student Loans

Published: July 11, 2019, 7 a.m.

Every year, colleges raise tuition prices yet again. That\u2019s helped create the student debt crisis, and it's causing more young people to skip college altogether. But what\u2019s the government\u2019s role here? Is it making things worse? And if so, what\u2019s the solution? Richard Vedder, author of "Restoring the Promise: Higher Education in America." shares his thoughts. We also cover these stories:\u2022Labor Secretary Alex Acosta defends his handling of Jeffrey Epstein plea deal. \u2022An appeals court rules that President Trump's hotel isn't violating the emoluments clause.\u2022California is becoming the first state to offer Medicaid to young adult illegal immigrants.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.