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Education Secretary Cardona acknowledges FAFSA rollout issues, promises Oct. 1 launch for 2025-26 submissions. Department prioritizes aiding students, families, and colleges for 2024-25 submissions. Cardona discusses FAFSA, pro-Palestine protests, and antisemitism at budget hearing. FAFSA completion rates down due to launch delays, technical issues. Education Department supports families, students, and colleges daily. Senators question Cardona on campus safety during pro-Palestine protests, antisemitism. Education Department investigates 137 potential Civil Rights Act violations. FY 25 budget requests $22 million increase for Civil Rights enforcement staff. Senators express concern over student absenteeism, mental health. Proposed budget includes $