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Recent articles highlight significant increases in health insurance premiums for 2026, driven by expiring COVID-era subsidies, insurer proposals, and rising healthcare costs. Despite political disputes over subsidy extensions, most enrollees will still receive support, but premiums are expected to double or triple for many. States are previewing these hikes ahead of open enrollment.
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The federal government has temporarily resumed some operations to support health insurance enrollment during the ongoing shutdown and political deadlock over COVID-era subsidies. Despite rising premiums and reduced federal assistance, enrollment remains open, with deadlines approaching and uncertainty over subsidy extensions affecting millions of Americans' coverage options for 2026.
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Recent political developments reveal growing divisions within the Republican Party. While Trump faces challenges to his influence, debates over healthcare subsidies and redistricting highlight internal conflicts. Democrats capitalize on these issues ahead of the 2026 midterms, with potential impacts on policy and electoral strategies.