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Rebel Republicans Challenge Speaker Johnson Over ACA Subsidies

12/12/2025

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A group of Republicans in swing districts plans to challenge House Speaker Mike Johnson by seeking a vote to extend enhanced ACA subsidies.
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) filed a discharge petition to extend tax credits through 2027, backed by Republicans and Democrats facing tough re-elections.
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) warned that rising premiums could hurt his constituents, illustrating rank-and-file Republicans' dissatisfaction with Johnson's leadership.

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A group of Republicans in swing districts plans to challenge House Speaker Mike Johnson by seeking a vote to extend enhanced ACA subsidies.
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) filed a discharge petition to extend tax credits through 2027, backed by Republicans and Democrats facing tough re-elections.
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) warned that rising premiums could hurt his constituents, illustrating rank-and-file Republicans' dissatisfaction with Johnson's leadership.