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Shutdown nears as Democrats fight to extend ACA tax credits

With a government shutdown looming, Democrats are pushing to extend key tax credits that keep ACA premiums low. Without them, millions face rate hikes or risk losing their coverage.

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Selena Simmons-Duffin
Selena Simmons-Duffin reports on health policy for NPR.
A Martínez
A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.
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