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Trump Faces Backlash Over Healthcare Amid Government Shutdown

10/30/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces health-care criticism as the federal government remains in a shutdown.
Critics warn that failing to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies will raise premiums for about 20 million Americans.
Past attempts to repeal the ACA backfired, making the law more popular.
Trump remains unwilling to negotiate with Democrats.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump faces health-care criticism as the federal government remains in a shutdown.
Critics warn that failing to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies will raise premiums for about 20 million Americans.
Past attempts to repeal the ACA backfired, making the law more popular.
Trump remains unwilling to negotiate with Democrats.