Why College Admissions Season Is So Chaotic and Confusing

P.M. Edition for March 12. A Supreme Court ruling striking down affirmative action in admissions, changes in the federal financial-aid application, and testing requirements are making this an exceptionally confusing time for prospective students. Personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin has more. And slightly stronger than expected inflation in February is unlikely to deter the Federal Reserve’s rate cut plans. Reporter Justin Lahart explains. Plus, lawmakers grill special counsel Robert Hur over his report on President Biden’s handling of classified documents. Justice Department reporter Sadie Gurman has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices