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Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week
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US Senate to vote Thursday on Republican healthcare plan

US Senate to vote Thursday on Republican healthcare plan

WASHINGTON, Dec 9 (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate will vote on Thursday on a Republican-proposed healthcare plan, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said on Tuesday, as Democrats continued to push for a three-year extension of expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.
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Republicans Propose Health Care Plan to Counter Democratic ACA Subsidy Extension

Republicans Propose Health Care Plan to Counter Democratic ACA Subsidy Extension

Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced that two competing health care plans, one from Republicans and another from Democrats, will be voted on in the Senate. The Republican plan, led by Senate Health Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy and Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo, aims to replace enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits with health savings accounts for those purchasing bronze-level or catastrophic plans. This proposal is intended to lower premiums and give patients more control over their health care spending. The Democratic plan seeks to extend the current ACA tax credits for three years. Both plans are expected to fail in the Senate due to insufficient support.
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Hegseth tells congressional leaders he is weighing release of boat strike video

Hegseth tells congressional leaders he is weighing release of boat strike video

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he's still weighing whether to release the full video of an attack on an alleged drug boat that killed two survivors
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President Trump Supports Senate GOP Bill for $1,500 Health Care Checks

President Trump Supports Senate GOP Bill for $1,500 Health Care Checks

President Trump has expressed support for a Senate Republican bill that proposes direct payments of up to $1,500 to Americans' health savings accounts. The bill, co-sponsored by Senators Bill Cassidy and Mike Crapo, aims to reduce health care costs for 24 million Americans enrolled in the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The proposed payments are $1,000 for ACA enrollees aged 18-49 and $1,500 for those aged 50-64, with eligibility based on household income and enrollment in specific health plans. The bill is part of a broader effort to redirect subsidies from insurance companies to patients, addressing rising health care costs. The proposal is set for a Senate vote, alongside a Democratic bill to extend ACA subsidies.
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Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire

Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire

House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained through the Affordable Care Act
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Trump says money should go to people, not health insurers

Trump says money should go to people, not health insurers

WASHINGTON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday criticized insurance companies while calling for funds to go directly to individuals rather than insurers, as Democrats push for a three-year extension of expiring subsidies for Affordable Care Act health plans.
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Redistricting in Indiana faces ultimate test in state Senate

Redistricting in Indiana faces ultimate test in state Senate

Indiana state senators are gathering in Indianapolis to finally weigh in on mid-cycle redistricting
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Senate to Vote on ACA Subsidy Extension Amid Rising Health Insurance Costs

Senate to Vote on ACA Subsidy Extension Amid Rising Health Insurance Costs

The U.S. Senate is preparing to vote on a proposal to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies for three years, a move that could impact the health insurance costs for 24 million Americans who use ACA marketplaces. The vote, scheduled for Thursday, is part of a Democratic effort to prevent significant increases in insurance premiums. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has emphasized the urgency of the vote, describing it as the GOP's 'last chance' to avoid skyrocketing premiums. However, the proposal faces opposition from Senate Republicans, who view the extension as unrealistic. Despite this, there is some support within the GOP for a temporary solution to address the rising costs of ACA premiums.
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Senate Faces Crucial Vote on ACA Subsidies as Deadline Looms for Millions

Senate Faces Crucial Vote on ACA Subsidies as Deadline Looms for Millions

The U.S. Senate is preparing to vote on a proposal to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies for three years, a decision that could significantly impact the cost of health insurance for millions of Americans. Currently, 24 million people rely on ACA marketplaces for their health insurance, and they must select a plan by December 15. The proposed extension aims to maintain current subsidy levels, preventing a sharp increase in premiums. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has emphasized the urgency of the vote, labeling it the GOP's 'last chance' to avert rising premiums. However, the proposal faces opposition from Senate Republicans, who view the extension as unrealistic. President Trump has remained largely uninvolved, though he has criticized the ACA and suggested alternative measures such as health savings accounts.
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Senate Democrats Push for ACA Tax Credit Extension Amid GOP Opposition

Senate Democrats Push for ACA Tax Credit Extension Amid GOP Opposition

The Senate is preparing for a crucial vote on a Democratic proposal to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years. This vote is part of an agreement that ended the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced the proposal, which aims to extend the tax credits that help millions of Americans afford insurance on state-run exchanges. These credits are set to expire at the end of the year. However, the measure is unlikely to gain the necessary support in the GOP-controlled Senate, as Republicans oppose the extension without reforms to the subsidies. Some moderate senators have sought a compromise, but discussions have not yielded concrete solutions. The vote will force Republicans to take a politically challenging stance, as the expiration of these credits could lead to rising premiums.
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Tracking the retirement announcements of members of Congress

Tracking the retirement announcements of members of Congress

Midterm elections are historically tough on the party of the sitting president