State’s Attorney Charlie Smith Advocates for Prosecutors at the U.S. Department of Education

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State’s Attorney Charlie Smith Advocates for Prosecutors at the U.S. Department of Education

April 29, 2025

State’s Attorney Charlie Smith, Chairman of the Board for the National District Attorneys Association, addressed the U.S. Department of Education today to express his support of Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Income-Driven Repayment Programs.  These programs help ensure that experienced, committed prosecutors can continue serving their communities without being driven out of public service by financial strain.  It takes years for prosecutors to develop the legal skill, discretion, and judgement necessary to manage serious cases – homicide, child abuse, human trafficking, and fentanyl trafficking. Without PSLF and IDRs, prosecutors’ offices will face increasing difficulty in maintaining staffing levels, especially in hard-to-fill jurisdictions.  These programs enhance the safety and stability of our communities.