Bynum’s Shutdown Freezes FAFSA and Hurts Oregon Students

October 15, 2025

Day 15, and counting, of Janelle Bynum’s shutdown. Out of touch Democrat Bynum’s shutdown has frozen financial aid processing, leaving millions of students and parents in limbo. FAFSA applications are stalled, federal work-study jobs are unpaid, and families are uncertain about tuition bills.

Democrat Janelle Bynum promised to fight for education, but delivered nothing but headaches and red tape. Families trying to plan for college are paying for Bynum’s political games.” – NRCC Spokesman Christian Martinez