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Vulnerable Republicans call for ACA enhanced subsidy extension

Republicans say they won’t negotiate on extending ObamaCare’s enhanced subsidies. But there’s at least some signs of growing GOP discomfort over the apparent lack of a plan.

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A group of 13 vulnerable House Republicans on Tuesday sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) urging him to “immediately” move to extend the subsidies once the government reopens. “Our Conference and President Trump have been clear that we will not take healthcare away from families who depend on it. This is our opportunity to demonstrate that commitment through action,” the lawmakers, led by Reps. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.) and Jen Kiggans (R-Va.), wrote. There are also some internal discussions happening a

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