by L’Oreal Powell and Chace Shakur
As rising tuition, housing costs and everyday expenses place increasing financial pressure on college students, economic concerns are shaping how young voters view the 2026 midterm elections. Howard University students discuss the challenges of affording groceries, transportation and other necessities while questioning whether political promises to address inflation, housing affordability and student loan debt will lead to meaningful change.
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