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Senate Democrats Fight Trump to Protect Health Subsidies

10/7/2025

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Senate Democrats, led by Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen, oppose Trump’s actions during the shutdown.
Democrats seek to extend health subsidies for over 20 million people and limit Trump's power.
The Senate failed to pass funding plans from parties; Democrats oppose a Republican proposal.
Van Hollen warns expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies could raise costs and backs litigation.

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Story summary

Senate Democrats, led by Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen, oppose Trump’s actions during the shutdown.
Democrats seek to extend health subsidies for over 20 million people and limit Trump's power.
The Senate failed to pass funding plans from parties; Democrats oppose a Republican proposal.
Van Hollen warns expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies could raise costs and backs litigation.