Iowa Democrat says he’s for ‘continuing the ACA subsidies for at least 2 years’

The Senate has failed to advance two partisan bills aimed at addressing health care costs for individuals purchasing plans through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, leaving millions of Americans facing potential premium increases. This failure comes as the deadline for extending ACA subsidies approaches, intensifying the urgency of the situation.

Audi Crooks scored 30 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, while Addy Brown contributed 20 points and 12 boards, leading No. 10 Iowa State to a 74-69 victory over No. 11 Iowa in a closely contested matchup on Wednesday night.

The Senate is preparing to vote on competing health care proposals as the deadline for Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium subsidies approaches. Both plans are expected to fail, raising concerns about the impending increase in health care costs for millions of Americans relying on ACA marketplaces.

Republicans in Congress are struggling to reach a consensus on a health care plan as the expiration of Affordable Care Act subsidies approaches in 2026. This lack of agreement comes at a critical time as the GOP faces pressure to present a viable alternative to the Democrats' extension of these subsidies.

More Republicans in both the House and Senate are expressing support for extending the expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, indicating a potential shift away from strict party lines. This comes as lawmakers face a critical deadline to address the subsidies that affect millions of Americans.

During a 2010 ceremony for the Affordable Care Act, Vice President Joe Biden was overheard telling President Barack Obama, "This is a big f--- deal," which highlighted the unusual nature of profanity from national leaders at that time.

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer held a press conference to advocate for the extension of health care subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) as insurance premiums are projected to rise in 2026. The Senate is set to vote on a GOP proposal that seeks to replace the enhanced subsidies, which has raised concerns among millions of Americans about their health insurance costs.

House Democratic leaders are addressing reporters as the debate over the expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies intensifies, with the current extension set to lapse at the end of the year. This situation places millions of lower-income Americans at risk of facing higher health insurance premiums if the subsidies are not renewed.