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White House Responds to Report of Changed Timeline for Health Care Plan

White House Responds to Report of Changed Timeline for Health Care Plan

Summary

The White House is addressing reports that suggest a delay in President Trump's plan to manage health care costs. The administration aims to prevent rising health insurance premiums due to the potential end of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which could lead to increased uninsured rates.

Key Facts

  • The White House denied reports that there was a scheduled announcement about a new health care plan.
  • The rumored announcement was supposed to address ways to control health care costs and prevent premium increases.
  • The administration is concerned about the expiration of ACA subsidies, which help lower insurance costs.
  • The Congressional Budget Office warned that premiums could more than double if subsidies end.
  • An estimated 2 million more people could be without insurance if the subsidies lapse.

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