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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández Demands GOP Restore Medicaid Funding and Extend ACA Premium Tax Credits

Forbes Breaking NewsNovember 7, 20252 min944 views
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Healthcare Affordability Crisis

  • 💡 A constituent named Jeff faces a drastic increase in health insurance premiums, from $520 to $2,600, which would consume 50% of his income, more than his mortgage.
  • ⚠️ This situation highlights how rising healthcare costs in "Trump's America" make insurance more expensive than housing.
  • 📌 Small business owners and working families cannot afford these escalating costs, forcing difficult choices about coverage.

The Need for Permanent Solutions

  • 💬 Many voters are sharing personal stories about the hardship caused by current healthcare costs.
  • 🤝 In New Mexico, Republicans collaborated with Democrats to pass a temporary fix for ACA premiums, but it only lasts until June 30th.

Call to Action for Congress

  • 📢 Rep. Leger Fernández urges Republicans in Congress to demonstrate the same courage shown by their New Mexico counterparts.
  • 🗣️ She implores them to listen to and stand up for their constituents by extending premium tax credits and restoring Medicaid cuts.
  • 🌍 The goal is to ensure all individuals have access to affordable health coverage and the opportunity to live healthy lives, regardless of their location or political affiliation.
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