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Congress Grills UnitedHealth, CVS on ACA Profit Rebates

1/23/2026

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On January 22, 2026, executives from UnitedHealth Group and CVS Health testified before Congress.
UnitedHealth Group's chief announced plans to rebate profits from Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans to customers.
Lawmakers criticize transparency and consolidation, while Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez highlighted negative impacts on patients.
Enrollment in ACA plans stands at 22.8 million this year, down 800,000 from last year.

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Story summary

On January 22, 2026, executives from UnitedHealth Group and CVS Health testified before Congress.
UnitedHealth Group's chief announced plans to rebate profits from Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans to customers.
Lawmakers criticize transparency and consolidation, while Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez highlighted negative impacts on patients.
Enrollment in ACA plans stands at 22.8 million this year, down 800,000 from last year.