Democrats Dig in to Continue Subsidies for the Affordable Care Act as Potential Shutdown Looms

Health care subsidies set to expire

WASHINGTON — There's bipartisan support in Congress for extending tax credits that made health insurance more affordable for millions of people since the COVID-19 pandemic. The credits are in danger of expiring as Republicans and Democrats clash over how to…

Democrats dig in for shutdown fight over extending Obamacare subsidies

Twelve years ago, it was Republicans who shut down the government over Obamacare. Now, it's the Democrats' turn.

Democrats dig in to continue subsidies for the Affordable Care Act as potential shutdown looms

In 14 days, the federal government will shut down if lawmakers can't agree on a government funding solution. Democrats are digging in, appearing to draw battle lines over extending subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.If those subsidies aren't extended, millions of Americans could see their health care costs rise if they use the public health care exchanges.Prices for healthcare obtained from the exchange could rise from 75% to 90% depending on…

Republicans dare Democrats to risk a government shutdown over restoring cuts to Affordable Care Act

Democrats are asking for restored health care subsidies and funding in exchange for their support.

If ACA enhanced subsidies end, would premiums rise 75%?

Democrats, and some Republicans, want to extend expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies. If the subsidies disappear, would premiums rise 75%?

Democrats Press for Bipartisan Spending Bill With a Focus on Health Care

House Democratic leaders on Tuesday pressed for bipartisan negotiations on a government funding bill, saying that Republican proposals could drive up healthcare costs and leave millions without coverage. At a press conference, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu, both from California, said their members remain united and are making affordable healthcare the top priority. They said that as many as 15 million America…