America's Healthcare Crisis
Senate Minority Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) spoke on the Senate floor, urging President Trump to negotiate an end to the government shutdown and prevent a healthcare crisis as open enrollment approaches.
Open enrollment is five days away. Starting this Saturday, tens of millions of Americans face the specter of financial crisis, all while Donald Trump is dancing on the tarmac in Malaysia.
According to Schumer, insurance plans that currently cost $300 or $400 a month will suddenly cost $2,000 a month or more, because Republicans prefer to shut the government down over working with Democrats to extend the ACA tax credits.
- The average ACA plan is set to more than double starting next year.
Author's summary: Schumer warns of impending healthcare crisis.