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Trump Urges Flexibility on ObamaCare Abortion Funding Amid Talks

1/9/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged House Republicans to be flexible on federal funding restrictions for ObamaCare plans covering abortion.
The remarks come amid bipartisan negotiations to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies that expired in December.
Senate Republicans insist on Hyde Amendment protections and prevent federal funds from being used for abortions.
Some Republicans expressed surprise at Trump's comments, while Democrats oppose new abortion restrictions that could derail negotiations.

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged House Republicans to be flexible on federal funding restrictions for ObamaCare plans covering abortion.
The remarks come amid bipartisan negotiations to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies that expired in December.
Senate Republicans insist on Hyde Amendment protections and prevent federal funds from being used for abortions.
Some Republicans expressed surprise at Trump's comments, while Democrats oppose new abortion restrictions that could derail negotiations.