The deadline to extend billions of dollars in healthcare subsidies for Americans is rapidly approaching. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, also known as Obamacare, are set to expire after this year unless Congress acts. Open enrollment for next year’s insurance starts soon, but many people may struggle without the financial assistance. Democrats want Republicans to negotiate on extending the subsidies during the government shutdown. However, Republicans are hesitant due to their long opposition to the ACA. Any deal to end the shutdown will likely include a fix for the expiring subsidies, which benefit over 20 million people.
Source: https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/government-shutdown-healthcare-aca-funding-fight-d45b2365