Summary
Senate Democrats are working to extend health care subsidies and limit President Trump's powers as the government shutdown continues. Democrats want to extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies and oppose cuts to health programs, while Republicans have proposed a different plan. Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen spoke about the importance of these actions and the impact on federal workers in his state.
Key Facts
- Senate Democrats aim to keep health care subsidies for people using ACA marketplaces.
- The federal government is shut down because Senate plans by both parties failed to pass.
- Republicans propose funding the government for seven weeks without health care extensions.
- Democrats' plan ties government funding to health subsidies and limiting Trump's powers.
- Over 20 million people depend on ACA subsidies to lower their insurance costs.
- Senator Van Hollen mentioned Maryland has many federal workers affected by the shutdown.
- The Trump administration canceled green energy funding, potentially causing more job losses.
- White House press secretary said cuts aim to save taxpayer money during the shutdown.
