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More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care

Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general over a declaration that could complicate access to gender-affirming care for young people

The Independent UK

US signs new health deals with 9 African countries that mirror Trump's priorities

The U.S. government has signed health deals with at least nine African countries

The Independent UK

Domestic, global crises follow Trump to South Florida links amid late-year slump - Roll Call

President Trump has started a 16-day Florida holiday break amid questions about the economy as Democrats criticize his economic management.

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Trump Says Health Care Costs Are Rising 'Because of Obama' — Is It?

Trump blames Barack Obama for rising US health care costs, but data and expert analysis show the causes are more complex and not directly attributable to the Affordable Care Act alone.

International Business Times UK

More drug companies sign on to Trump’s health exchange that promises to lower prescription prices

Administration officials say the ‘Trump Rx’ website should be up and running next month

The Independent UK

As millions of Americans face a steep rise in health insurance costs, lawmakers continue a century-long battle over who should pay for health care

Dec. 15, 2025 – the deadline for enrolling in a marketplace plan through the Affordable Care Act for 2026 – came and went without an agreement on the federal subsidies that kept ACA plans more affordable for many Americans. Despite a last-ditch attempt in the House to extend ACA subsidies,…

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With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forward

Texas’ entire House GOP delegation voted this week for a health care package that lets the tax credits lapse. They will be forced to vote on a three-year extension of the subsidies in January.

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Republicans leave Washington without any solution on healthcare: ‘Giving the middle finger to the American people’

IN FOCUS: Sending the House home without a solution on health care is career suicide for many Republicans, Eric Garcia writes. But Trump’s opposition makes any deal impossible

The Independent UK

Trump's Ballroom May Now Cost $400 Million While Americans Face Tripling Health Care Premium

Trump's announcement that his $400 million White House ballroom may proceed draws sharp contrast with looming healthcare premium spikes for millions of Americans as ACA subsidies expire.

International Business Times

How cutting transgender instruction at Texas medical schools undermines health groups’ recommendations

Health providers and faculty members fear students will no longer understand the nuances of caring for transgender people, who tend to have higher rates of certain mental and physical health conditions.

The Texas Tribune

The House revolted against Mike Johnson on health care – but it will still be a climb in the Senate

ANALYSIS: The Speaker received a major black eye after four Republicans sided with Democrats on forcing a vote on extending health care tax credits. But, Eric Garcia writes, any health care bill still needs to get 60 votes in the Senate

The Independent UK

Over 1,600 people have been killed in attacks on health centers in Sudan this year, WHO chief says

The United Nations health agency says that more than 1,600 people have been killed in attacks on medical facilities and health care centers in war-torn Sudan this year

The Independent UK

Four Republicans defy Mike Johnson to sign Democratic petition to force vote on healthcare subsidies

Hakeem Jeffries tells The Independent ‘Mike Johnson should not recess the House of Representatives until we vote on the straightforward extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits’

The Independent UK

Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies

Four centrists Republicans have broken with their party's leadership over health care

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The US already faces a health care workforce shortage – immigration policy could make it worse

As Americans gather for holiday celebrations, many will quietly thank the health care workers who keep their families and friends well: the ICU nurse who stabilized a grandparent, the doctor who adjusted a tricky prescription, the home health aide who ensures an aging relative can bathe and eat safely.

The Independent UK

Why can’t the White House and Republicans in Congress get on the same page to fix Obamacare?

ANALYSIS: Congress is directionless as Trump checks out, unwilling to bail out his hated foe’s signature policy achievement even though his party faces electoral doom, write John Bowden and Andrew Feinberg

Reason

17 Ways Politicians Can Make Things Cheaper, Starting With Food, Health Care, and Appliances

A real affordability agenda would unleash free markets, not constrain them.

The Guardian - UK

Children need mental health care provided by humans, not chatbots

Letter: Dr Roman Raczka says artificial intelligence can’t replace therapist-led care, even though it can offer benefits

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House GOP unveils draft health bill package - Roll Call

Lawmakers face a time crunch on health care affordability, with a Dec. 31 expiration date on enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.

The Independent UK

A quarter of Americans say healthcare system is in ‘crisis’ and costs are the most pressing problem

The polling comes as Congress comes no closer to finding a solution to prevent a spike in health care costs

Roll Call

Last chance for the year - Roll Call

House Republicans face a showdown vote this week over health care affordability as enhanced insurance subsidies are set to expire at the end of the month. And Senate leaders are holding out hope for taking up a major spending package despite objections from GOP conservatives. CQ Roll Call’s Sandhya Raman,…

Reason

Obamacare Subsidies Can't Fix a Broken System. Rand Paul's Bill Could.

The Senate failed to pass a three-year extension on tax credits for the Affordable Care Act. But the only thing keeping it at all "affordable" was a flood of taxpayer money to conceal its true expense.

Roll Call

This week: Congress has much to do before holiday recess - Roll Call

The last week before Christmas could feature a flurry of activity on unfinished business for both the House and Senate.

Roll Call

Trump to cap unprecedented year that skirted Congress, tested court system - Roll Call

President Trump is capping a 2025 that remade the presidency with a bevy of executive actions that skirted Congress and tested the courts.

Latin Times

High Prices Force Millions to Skip Medical Care, Delay Major Spending, Survey Shows

Nearly half of respondents said they find groceries, utilities, health care, housing, and transportation difficult to afford, while more than a quarter reported skipping a medical check-up due to cost

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