The student loan erasure announced by President Biden last month elicited a variety of reactions from borrowers. For some, it may have little impact. For others, it is an extraordinary moment. Student loan borrowers from across the country, with different levels of education and at distinct stages of life told USA TODAY the forgiveness will give them a chance to save for a down payment on a home, further their education, save money for their children, or just keep the roof they already have over their heads Read their stories at the link in our bio