Summary
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to hold a news conference on the 27th day of a government shutdown. During a phone town hall, a caller raised concerns about high insurance costs under the Affordable Care Act. Rep. Andy Harris discussed Republican plans to potentially lower insurance premiums but did not provide specific details.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown has lasted for 27 days.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is scheduled for a news conference.
- Maryland Rep. Andy Harris is a leader in the House Freedom Caucus.
- A caller expressed worries about high health insurance premiums.
- The Affordable Care Act is mentioned as a source of insurance coverage.
- Rep. Harris suggested Congress might work to lower premiums in the future.
