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Republicans Urged to Act on Rising Healthcare Costs Amid Shutdown

10/27/2025

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Republican lawmakers warn there is no plan to address rising health care costs amid a government shutdown.
They warn that failing to act could jeopardize their control in the 2026 midterms.
Many Republicans, especially from battleground districts, urge leadership to advance a plan for expiring Obamacare tax credits.
Rep. David Valadao emphasizes that simply watching costs rise is unacceptable and calls for action.

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Story summary

Republican lawmakers warn there is no plan to address rising health care costs amid a government shutdown.
They warn that failing to act could jeopardize their control in the 2026 midterms.
Many Republicans, especially from battleground districts, urge leadership to advance a plan for expiring Obamacare tax credits.
Rep. David Valadao emphasizes that simply watching costs rise is unacceptable and calls for action.