Bipartisan health plan pushes forward amid Trump shifting stance
United States Senators Lamar Alexander and Patty Murray push a two year extension of subsidies to insurers despite President Trump voicing opposition. The deal draws mixed reviews from Republicans and Democrats with insurers, AARP, and trade groups backing the measure while critics warn of higher premiums if subsidies lapse.
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Judge presses to justify right to sue over emoluments clause
A New York federal hearing probes whether CREW can pursue a suit alleging President Trump improperly benefits from foreign officials’ visits to his hotels. Judge Daniels weighs if the case may proceed, potentially exposing Trump finances in discovery.
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Uncertainty grows over Iowa health care sign up
Iowa residents face a six week ACA enrollment with widespread questions about a stopgap plan. Officials say a single age based plan with higher out of pocket costs could replace current options though time to inform the public is tight. Navigators and critics warn of mass confusion as lawmakers debate federal payments and plan approval.
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Trump donors push GOP to record fundraising in 2017
The Republican National Committee raised over 100 million dollars in the first nine months of 2017, a record for a non presidential year driven by small dollar donors. The surge gives Republicans a cash edge as they target both chambers in the 2018 midterms.
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