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Maryland AG Fights Trump Rule Threatening 2M Americans' Care

7/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Maryland's Attorney General Anthony Brown is taking a stand against the Trump administration's latest Affordable Care Act rule, which could jeopardize coverage for nearly 2 million Americans, including 34,000 in Maryland. This rule not only threatens to raise healthcare costs but also strips gender-affirming care of its essential status. The coalition aims to halt this damaging rule before it can take effect.

History

Historical Context

The American Health Care Act (AHCA) of 2017 sought to repeal the Affordable Care Act, potentially leaving 24 million uninsured, according to the Congressional Budget Office. This ongoing healthcare debate continues today, as New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin leads a coalition of 21 states against a new rule that could strip coverage from 1.8 million individuals, reflecting persistent conflicts over healthcare access in the U.S.

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Story summary

Maryland's Attorney General Anthony Brown is taking a stand against the Trump administration's latest Affordable Care Act rule, which could jeopardize coverage for nearly 2 million Americans, including 34,000 in Maryland. This rule not only threatens to raise healthcare costs but also strips gender-affirming care of its essential status. The coalition aims to halt this damaging rule before it can take effect.

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