The Trump administration has introduced a new regulation that restricts eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for public servants. The rule allows the government to disqualify employers involved in activities deemed to have 'a substantial illegal purpose,' such as organizations working with undocumented immigrants or providing gender-affirming care to minors. Critics argue that this policy broadens governmental powers to politicize the loan forgiveness program and target groups that do not align with the administration's values. The administration claims that taxpayer funds should not support illegal activities, but opponents fear the rule could be used to politically target specific organizations and communities. The new regulation is part of Trump’s broader efforts to tie student loan relief to immigration enforcement and ideological criteria, raising concerns about increased politicization of federal programs.