Democrats Warn of Devastating Consequences of Republicans' "Big Ugly Law" on US Healthcare

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House Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar and Vice Chair Ted Lieu sounded the alarm on the catastrophic effects of the GOP's healthcare policies, warning that 15 million Americans will lose health insurance and 24 million who rely on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will see their premiums rise by 75 percent unless Congress acts. As the country grapples with a dual health care and affordability crisis, Democrats are urging their Republican counterparts to reverse their policies and come together to address the growing costs of healthcare.

Key Takeaways:

  • Democrats have been clear about their stance on government funding, stating they are ready to negotiate a bipartisan spending deal that protects Americans' health care, but will not participate in any legislation that takes away health care from the American people.
  • The Republican's "Big Ugly Law" will result in 15 million Americans losing health care and 24 million who rely on the ACA seeing their health insurance premiums rise by 75 percent.
  • Democrats are working to prevent the worst aspects of the "Big Ugly Law" from becoming a reality for their constituents, with nearly 400,000 people in Chairman Aguilar's district alone depending on Medicaid or receiving premium subsidies.
  • The House Democratic Caucus has held discussions on the growing trend of political violence in the United States, condemning the horrific assassination of Charlie Kirk and other instances of violence targeting politicians and judges.

Statistics:

  • 15 million Americans will lose health insurance if Congress fails to act.
  • 24 million Americans who rely on the ACA will see their health insurance premiums rise by 75 percent.
  • Nearly 400,000 people in Chairman Aguilar's district depend on Medicaid or receive premium subsidies.
  • Kaiser Family Foundation estimates that a couple aged 60, making over $85,000 a year, will see their premiums rise by over $1,500 a month (approximately $18,000 annually) under the GOP's policies.

Sources:

  • House Democratic Caucus news release: Chairman Aguilar: Unless Congress acts, 15 million Americans will lose health care, and 24 million Americans who rely on the ACA could see their health insurance go up by 75 percent
  • Original text: https://www.dems.gov/newsroom/press-releases/chairman-aguilar-unless-congress-acts-15-million-americans-will-lose-health-care-and-24-million-americans-who-rely-on-the-aca-could-see-their-health-insurance-go-up-by-75-percent