Biden has invited President-elect Trump for talks on the transition process, stressing the need for a smooth handover. He asked his administration to fully cooperate with Trump's team during this time. Vice President Kamala Harris also promised support for a peaceful transition. "That is what the American people deserve," she said.

As noted by Forbes, the Biden administration relied heavily on the regulatory process to expand relief under existing student loan forgiveness and repayment programs, helping more people qualify for them. Through this method, the office avoided drawn-out battles in Congress.