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Moderate Republicans Defy GOP to Extend Obamacare Subsidies

12/23/2025

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Four moderate Republicans joined Democrats to push for a vote on extending enhanced Obamacare subsidies.
Rep. Eric Burlison (R-Mo.), a House Freedom Caucus member, called the move a betrayal.
Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) opposes extension, saying it would increase the debt.
The House GOP passed a plan without subsidy extensions; the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) notes it could reduce the deficit but reduce insured, and the Senate's response remains uncertain.

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Four moderate Republicans joined Democrats to push for a vote on extending enhanced Obamacare subsidies.
Rep. Eric Burlison (R-Mo.), a House Freedom Caucus member, called the move a betrayal.
Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) opposes extension, saying it would increase the debt.
The House GOP passed a plan without subsidy extensions; the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) notes it could reduce the deficit but reduce insured, and the Senate's response remains uncertain.