Health Care
U.S. government shutdown reaches day 22 over ACA subsidies
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The federal government shutdown has entered its third week, with no resolution in sight as Republicans and Democrats clash over extending enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act health insurance plans. The standoff affects millions, from furloughed workers to those relying on nutrition programs. President Trump has linked the impasse to efforts to shrink government size while targeting Democratic priorities.
Federal workers face financial strain amid 2025 shutdown
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As the 2025 U.S. government shutdown continues without resolution, federal employees like microbiologist Stephanie Rogers are dipping into savings and cutting essentials to make ends meet. The standoff also hinges on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits, set to expire in December, which could double premiums for 24 million enrollees if not addressed soon. Democrats push for immediate action before November enrollment, while Republicans argue there is time until year-end.
Pentagon accepts $130 million donation to help pay troops as shutdown enters fourth week
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With the federal government shut down since October 1, the Defense Department has accepted a $130 million private donation to help cover military pay — an unprecedented move that President Donald Trump touted while legal and ethical questions mounted and pressure grew over lapsed nutrition benefits.
RFK Jr Testifies on Health Agenda
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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the Senate Committee on Finance on September 4, 2025. The hearing centered on President Trump's health care agenda. Kennedy addressed key policy points and faced scrutiny from senators.
U.S. government shutdown enters second week over funding dispute
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The U.S. federal government shutdown, now in its second week since starting on October 1, 2025, stems from a partisan standoff in the Senate over extending Affordable Care Act premium tax credits. Democrats demand a firm commitment to the subsidies before approving funding, while Republicans push for a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government first. Impacts include flight delays, uncertainty over federal worker pay, and the delay of key economic data.
GOP claims California diverts federal funds for immigrant health care
Republican lawmakers have accused California of using a backdoor method to access federal funds for providing health care to undocumented immigrants. Democrats dismiss the allegations as baseless and politically motivated. The controversy highlights ongoing debates over state and federal health funding.
Marjorie Taylor Greene defends Obamacare subsidies amid shutdown
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Georgia Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly broken with her party and former ally Donald Trump by advocating for the extension of expiring Obamacare subsidies during the ongoing government shutdown. In a detailed social media post, she highlighted the personal impact on her family and constituents, criticizing Republican policies for failing to address rising health insurance premiums. Her stance has drawn praise from Democrats and ire from the White House.
Rural doctors confront shortages and health misinformation
In rural America, physician shortages exacerbate the spread of health misinformation, straining doctor-patient relationships. Oncologist Dr. Banu Symington in Wyoming describes hostile encounters with patients distrustful of vaccines and science. Experts warn that these challenges are shortening lifespans in underserved areas.