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Senate GOP Ties ACA Funding to Abortion Restrictions

11/11/2025

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Senate Republicans would extend Affordable Care Act funding expiring at year-end only if Democrats accept stricter abortion restrictions.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says bipartisan support is unlikely without these conditions.
Democrats, including Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, oppose changes to abortion guardrails and call the proposal a nonstarter.
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America backs the tighter limits.
Democrats say GOP demands distract from extending ACA funding for millions facing premium hikes.

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Senate Republicans would extend Affordable Care Act funding expiring at year-end only if Democrats accept stricter abortion restrictions.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says bipartisan support is unlikely without these conditions.
Democrats, including Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, oppose changes to abortion guardrails and call the proposal a nonstarter.
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America backs the tighter limits.
Democrats say GOP demands distract from extending ACA funding for millions facing premium hikes.