The Trump administration is considering selling some of the government’s $1.6 trillion student loan portfolio to private buyers, according to a new report.

Top Education and Treasury Department officials have discussed selling high-performing portions of the giant portfolio, which covers loans taken out by roughly 45 million Americans, Politico reported Tuesday, citing three sources familiar with the matter.

Trump officials have also talked about the potential sale with finance industry executives, including some potential buyers, according to the outlet. 4

The White House, Education Department and Treasury Department did not immediately respond to The Post’s requests for comment.

The new idea reflects the Trump administration’s wish to wipe student debt off of government ledger

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