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Are Affordable Care Act Subsidies at Risk? What It Means for Your Wallet

Here's what you need to know about the current status of ACA subsidies and what may change, since Congress didn't implement a solution.

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Trump Says Health Care Costs Are Rising 'Because of Obama' — Is It?

Trump blames Barack Obama for rising US health care costs, but data and expert analysis show the causes are more complex and not directly attributable to the Affordable Care Act alone.

International Business Times UK

As millions of Americans face a steep rise in health insurance costs, lawmakers continue a century-long battle over who should pay for health care

Dec. 15, 2025 – the deadline for enrolling in a marketplace plan through the Affordable Care Act for 2026 – came and went without an agreement on the federal subsidies that kept ACA plans more affordable for many Americans. Despite a last-ditch attempt in the House to extend ACA subsidies,…

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With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forward

Texas’ entire House GOP delegation voted this week for a health care package that lets the tax credits lapse. They will be forced to vote on a three-year extension of the subsidies in January.

The Texas Tribune

'Careers are on the line': cricket union blasts Snicko

The boss of the Australian Cricketers' Association is demanding an urgent review into failing Snicko technology, warning careers are at risk.

AAP

‘They’ve never had a plan’: Senator Jim McGovern reminds the GOP that Trump has promised healthcare for nine years but never delivered

Jim McGovern claims Amercians are sick of the "empty rhetoric."

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Centrist republicans just ripped Mike Johnson and sided with democrats at the last second

Some people can't help but listen to their conscience.

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Trump's Ballroom May Now Cost $400 Million While Americans Face Tripling Health Care Premium

Trump's announcement that his $400 million White House ballroom may proceed draws sharp contrast with looming healthcare premium spikes for millions of Americans as ACA subsidies expire.

International Business Times

House passes GOP health bill without subsidies

The vote all but assures that out-of-pocket premiums will more than double for roughly 20 million ACA enrollees.

Axios

House Republican centrists help Democrats defy Mike Johnson on ACA in stunning revolt

The move ensures a House vote on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits for three years.

Axios

Four Republicans join Democrats to force vote on bill that would extend Obamacare subsidies

Major setback for Mike Johnson as rebellion underscores GOP anxiety over rise in healthcare costs before midterms

The Guardian - US

IRS Eases Health Savings Account Eligibility Under Trump's Bill Amid Uncertainty Over ACA Subsidies

The US Treasury and the IRS have widened the eligibility for health savings accounts as policymakers debate the future of Affordable Care Act subsidies, which are set to end this year.

International Business Times UK

House GOP moderates weigh deal with Democrats on ACA subsidies

"It's idiotic, it's political malpractice," Rep. Mike Lawler told reporters of Johnson refusing to give them a vote on ACA subsidies

Axios

Healthcare Under Trump Branded 'In Crisis' by Record Number of Americans

A new West Health–Gallup survey shows a record share of Americans now describe the US healthcare system as being in crisis, driven by rising costs and growing concern over access and affordability during Donald Trump's presidency.

International Business Times UK

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‘We’ve got some great ideas’: Mike Johnson says Republicans will present a healthcare ‘fix’ next week, but still can’t explain what it is

With Obamacare subsidies set to expire in just over two weeks, Mike Johnson went on Fox News to reassure Americans that Republicans are “very close” to a solution. But as always, he still couldn’t say what that solution actually is.

Roll Call

House GOP unveils draft health bill package - Roll Call

Lawmakers face a time crunch on health care affordability, with a Dec. 31 expiration date on enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.

Roll Call

Last chance for the year - Roll Call

House Republicans face a showdown vote this week over health care affordability as enhanced insurance subsidies are set to expire at the end of the month. And Senate leaders are holding out hope for taking up a major spending package despite objections from GOP conservatives. CQ Roll Call’s Sandhya Raman,…

Reason

Obamacare Subsidies Can't Fix a Broken System. Rand Paul's Bill Could.

The Senate failed to pass a three-year extension on tax credits for the Affordable Care Act. But the only thing keeping it at all "affordable" was a flood of taxpayer money to conceal its true expense.

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The Guardian - US

Obamacare expiration will have ‘death spiral’ effect on US healthcare – experts

End of subsidies after failed legislation will have serious and damaging impact on entire sector, policy experts say

The Guardian - US

House Republicans propose healthcare plan with no extension of tax credits

With insurance premiums set to rise sharply for at least 22 million Americans, Mike Johnson unveils alternative

Axios

House Republicans unveil new health plan. Here's what's in it

House Republicans are bringing GOP ideas aimed at lowering health care costs for votes next week.

Axios

Senate rejects rival Obamacare bills. Here's what that means for ACA subsidies

Congress is deadlocked over how to respond to steep increases in out-of-pocket premium costs for ACA enrollees.

Fortune

‘This is a bad idea made worse’: Senate Dems’ plan to fix Obamacare premiums adds nearly $300 billion to deficit, CRFB says

The plan to protect Obamacare would cost nearly $550 billion over 10 years if it were made permanent, the budget watchdog said.

Benzinga

Mark Cuban Says Obamacare As It Stands Today Is 'Garbage,' Billionaire Says The Blame Lies At The Doorstep Of Politicians

On Thursday, Mark Cuban accused major insurers of "abusing" independent physicians and arguing that the Affordable Care Act, often referred to as "Obamacare," has deteriorated into a system that corporations have learned to game.

Kiplinger

Is a New $25,000 Health Care Tax Deduction Coming in 2026?

A proposal from GOP Sen. Josh Hawley is adding to the chatter about health care affordability.

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