A misinformation campaign.CREDIT: AP Photo/Stephan Savoia
During a speech before the National Governors Association on Friday, Vice President Mike Pence blatantly mischaracterized the impact Trumpcare would have on Medicaid.
“Let me be clear: President Trump and I believe the Senate health care bill strengthens and secures Medicaid for the neediest in our society,” Pence said. “And this bill put...
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Senate Republicans Unveil New Health Bill, but Divisions Remain
A bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act was revised to help hold down insurance costs while allowing insurers to sell stripped-down plans, but the changes may not be enough.
Trumpcare would destroy Louisiana’s fragile coverage gains for the poor
The state’s belated Medicaid expansion is especially vulnerable under the Senate GOP’s Obamacare repeal plan.Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Seema Verma listen at right as President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington. CREDIT: AP Photo/Evan Vucci
In 2009, Louisiana legislators were ardent defenders and critics of t...
A Risky Mix: Cutting Taxes for the Rich and Aid for the Poor
Of all the lessons emerging from the struggle to repeal the Affordable Care Act, one stands out: Such a combination of cuts is politically toxic.
G.O.P. Senators Vow to Unveil Health Bill Thursday, Despite Deep Divisions
Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, the majority leader, said the revised bill to replace the Affordable Care Act would be debated and voted on next week.
Trumpcare protestors aren’t swayed by promises of a new bill
Health Activists outside the office of Senator Jeff Flake (R-AZ). CREDIT: Amanda Gomez/ThinkProgress
As the Senate returned from July 4 recess on Monday, health activists followed their respective senators back to Washington D.C., kicking off a week that will likely be filled with last-ditch efforts from protesters to block the Senate health bill. The day ended with dozens of arrests.
Senate Rep...