Susan Collins and Angus King Want to Extend ACA Subsidies, but the Outlook Is Grim

Susan Collins and Angus King want to extend ACA subsidies, but the outlook is grim

BLAINE, Maine — U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King voted for the deal that ended the longest-ever government shutdown this month after assuring constituents that they would support separate talks to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits that expire Dec. 31. But the last week has offered signs of declining hope among members of the Republican-controlled Congress that a breakthrough will arrive. President Donald Trump also indicated on socia…

Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering

Rodney Whitlock provided comments on congressional Republicans’ plan for enhanced ACA subsidies, in CNN. READ MORE The post Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering appeared first on McDermott+.

Republicans Are Begging Trump To Extend Obamacare Subsidies Before A Blue Wave Wipes Them Out

Democrats have been telling Republicans for months that Obamacare subsidies had to be extended or there would be dire consequences for the American people if health insurance premiums skyrocketed. Republicans were not moved by the idea that 4 million Americans could lose their health insurance coverage, and that would lead to an additional 50,000 deaths per year. The GOP celebrated “winning” the government shutdown and getting to raise health in…