Watch live coverage as the Senate votes on two health care measures from Democrats and Republicans amid a fast-approaching deadline that could increase costs for millions of Americans. Majority Leader John Thune said senators will vote on a Republican measure that would allow ACA tax credits to expire and fund health savings accounts alongside a Democratic proposal that would extend the funds for three years, preventing premium hikes. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the Democratic plan the "only realis ...

In just a month, the cost of health insurance will skyrocket for millions of Americans. With premiums set to rise, some lawmakers who are trying to offset some of that pain by extending the Obamacare tax credits now appear to be losing faith in those negotiations. You might recall healthcare was the key sticking point for Democrats during the government shutdown.Well, then last month, a group of eight Democrats crossed the aisle to help Republicans end the shutdown. In exchange, they were promised a vote on ...

Joining us, MS Now White House reporter Jake Trailer, who had that healthc care news first, MS Now congressional reporter Michael Schnell, Punch Bowl News co-founder and MS Now political contributor Jake Sherman, and former press secretary to former House Speakers Paul Ryan and John Boehner, Brendan Buck. He's also an MS Now political analyst. Jake Sherman, tell me what Republicans want.>> Well, they don't want to extend these subsidies for the most part. I mean that that Speaker Johnson has been abundantly ...

[Music] Welcome back. Joining me now is Republican Congressman Don Bacon of Nebraska. Thank you so much for joining us, Congressman.Really appreciate it. >> All right. Well, you are back there in the House.A vote set for tonight to reopen the government. You are a yes. Do you think there are enough votes to pass this.>> I think so, but I'm not taking it for granted. I mean, I'm I'm shocked that Leader Jeff is whipping against this. I think five weeks of shutdown is enough.1.4% million federal employees not ...

And since what we're proposing is only a simple extension of current law, the Senate could do this within a few hours. This is a reasonable offer that reopens the government, deals with healthc care affordability, and begins a process of negotiating reforms to the ACA tax credits for the future. >> What the Democrats are offering is a clean, continuing resolution to reopen the government along the lines of what Republicans want.In addition to that, a bipartisan minibus of appropriations bills. In other word ...

Healthcare Crisis & Political Debate - Republicans are feeling the heat due to a healthcare crisis in America, exacerbated by their policies [2] - The average family will pay $900 to $1,000 more per month for health insurance [4] - A 55-year-old couple making $80,000 annually may pay $25,000 more for health insurance [5] - Republicans are not negotiating to resolve the healthcare crisis, and Johnson has sent his people home [6][7] Government Shutdown & Political Maneuvering - The government is in day 11 of a shutdown, and the House will not convene next week [1] - Trump is accused of using government workers as hostages and pawns [12] - Trump's administration has started laying off more than 4,000 federal workers from departments, including health, education, and social security [10] Middle East Peace Deal - A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has been agreed upon, with the expected release of 48 Israeli hostages (20 alive, 28 bodies) in exchange for 250 Palestinians [14] - The goals are to bring all hostages home, achieve a long-lasting ceasefire, and get aid to the Gazan people [15][16] - The ultimate aim is a long-lasting peace in the Middle East with two states, a Palestinian state and a Jewish state, living side by side in peace [17] Justice Department & Political Weaponization - The Justice Department has been turned into Trump's personal attack dog, resembling tyranny [22] - The indictment of New York Attorney General Leticia James is seen as a politically motivated attack [22][23] - A former prosecutor was fired for refusing to pursue the case against Leticia James due to lack of evidence [23][25]

Government Shutdown & Reopening - The central issue revolves around reopening the government, with accusations that one party is obstructing this process [1][2][3][4][5][6][7] - There are claims that Democrats have repeatedly voted to keep the government closed [7] - Republicans assert they have been working to keep the government open, ensuring essential services continue [7] Political Accusations & Disputes - Allegations are made regarding covering up for pedophiles, which are strongly refuted [1][6] - Disputes arise over ACA (Affordable Care Act) tax credits and related voting positions [1][5] - There are disagreements about who is responsible for the government shutdown and whether parties are doing their job [5] Congressional Procedures & Representation - A newly elected congresswoman's oath of office is delayed due to the House being out of session [2][4] - Exceptions were made for two Florida representatives elected in a special election, who had their families present [3] - Discussions involve the process of administering the oath to new members and the traditions surrounding it [2][3][4]

Government Funding & Potential Shutdown - Republicans passed a clean funding bill extending government funding until November 21st, aiming to prevent negotiations with Democrats [2] - Democrats seek to roll back healthcare cuts from the "one big beautiful bill act," prevent unilateral budget rescissions, and renew enhanced Obamacare tax credits expiring at year-end [3][4] - A government shutdown is likely in approximately 36 hours due to disagreements and the House not being in session [5] - The party withholding votes to keep the government open risks public backlash, especially from swing voters [8] - The President acknowledges the possibility of a shutdown and potential for permanent budget cuts [10] Negotiation & Political Strategy - Democrats are willing to find a bipartisan path forward if the bill helps everyday Americans [7] - The White House, House, and Senate Republican leadership might commit to addressing the ACA tax credit issue [8] - The dynamic of the meeting and its productivity will depend on whether it is closed to the press [11][14] - Trump wants to make deals, but the parties are too far apart for significant progress [13]