President Biden has recently highlighted the renewed effort by the Trump administration to shelve the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This move, which was intended to repeal the Obama-era healthcare law, was thwarted in the Supreme Court in 2020.
The ACA, a major component of the healthcare system in the United States since its inception in 2010, has provided medical coverage to millions of Americans. It includes provisions for those with pre-existing conditions, children, Medicaid expansion, and Medicare.
The Trump administration’s renewed efforts to make changes to the ACA’s existing law would have a dramatic negative impact on those already struggling to afford healthcare coverage or access to medical services. Without the ACA providing health insurance to those in need, the uninsured rate in the nation would again begin to rise, with many states facing a lack in services, causing higher medical costs and sicker patients.
Biden is now taking a firm stance against the Trump administration’s proposal to scrap the ACA’s law. In a recent statement, the President addressed this, saying, “My team and I will not accept any proposals that undermine the health and health care of the American people.” This statement affirms Joe Biden’s clear commitment towards his campaign pledge to expand health care access and deliver affordable coverage for all Americans.
The Republican Party, however, has opposed Biden’s proposal, citing it as a government overreach that will ultimately lead to higher premiums. Despite their opposition, the Biden administration has worked closely with Democrats in Congress to pass legislation that will promote health care reform and protect the ACA from getting repealed. Additionally, Biden has vowed to continue fighting for the ACA as he believes that it is the best way to provide quality healthcare coverage to millions of Americans.
With President Biden standing firm in his determination to protect the ACA, it can be expected that the healthcare system in the United States will remain intact for the foreseeable future. This will ensure that Americans have access to the medical services they need regardless of their socio-economic situation.