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Story summary
- As of January 1, 2026, millions of Americans face premium increases from the expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
- Critics, including congressional Democrats, blame Republicans for the crisis and warn of medical debt and potential loss of coverage.
- Senator Charles E. Schumer said the crisis was preventable.
- Senators Bernie Sanders and Jeff Merkley, along with some states, push universal healthcare proposals.
