Biden Blasts Trump’s Attack on Affordable Care Act

The 2020 presidential election has been a whirlwind of news and political posturing on both sides. The Trump Administration has continued to push various executive orders and initiatives that are often derided by the opposition and ultimately fail in the courts. The most recent effort to be brought to light is the Administration’s renewed effort to attack the Affordable Care Act (ACA). President-elect Joe Biden’s team has been vocal in their response to this latest move from the current Administration. In a series of public statements made by members of the Biden transition team, they have indicated a willingness to fight for the ACA and to mobilize various coalitions in order to ultimately protect the legislation. This is especially significant in light of the current pandemic, as the ACA has provided millions of people with access to medical care and even expanded coverage for some individuals. The Trump Administration has chosen to ignore the health needs of many, forgoing plans to include ACA provisions in the Second Stimulus package that recently passed Congress. The Administration’s renewed efforts to challenge the ACA in the courts go against the advice of many legal and healthcare experts, with some alleging that the move could be seen as a political stunt. Another element of Mr. Biden’s plans regarding the ACA involves encouraging the expansion of healthcare access and creating more options for individuals to choose from. Mr. Biden is also committed to lowering prescription drug prices, protecting pre-existing conditions, and increasing premium subsidies for those who cannot afford health coverage. This issue has become a major point of contention and spotlights Mr. Joe Biden’s stance on protecting the ACA, while President Trump continues to go against the will of the people and the advice of the experts. With Mr. Biden’s populist voice coming forward and speaking for those that protection of the ACA is paramount, the country can be sure that these issues will remain a priority for the incoming administration. The 2020 presidential election has been a whirlwind of news and political posturing on both sides. The Trump Administration has continued to push various executive orders and initiatives that are often derided by the opposition and ultimately fail in the courts. The most recent effort to be brought to light is the Administration’s renewed effort to attack the Affordable Care Act (ACA). President-elect Joe Biden’s team has been vocal in their response to this latest move from the current Administration. In a series of public statements made by members of the Biden transition team, they have indicated a willingness to fight for the ACA and to mobilize various coalitions in order to ultimately protect the legislation. This is especially significant in light of the current pandemic, as the ACA has provided millions of people with access to medical care and even expanded coverage for some individuals. The Trump Administration has chosen to ignore the health needs of many, forgoing plans to include ACA provisions in the Second Stimulus package that recently passed Congress. The Administration’s renewed efforts to challenge the ACA in the courts go against the advice of many legal and healthcare experts, with some alleging that the move could be seen as a political stunt. Another element of Mr. Biden’s plans regarding the ACA involves encouraging the expansion of healthcare access and creating more options for individuals to choose from. Mr. Biden is also committed to lowering prescription drug prices, protecting pre-existing conditions, and increasing premium subsidies for those who cannot afford health coverage. This issue has become a major point of contention and spotlights Mr. Joe Biden’s stance on protecting the ACA, while President Trump continues to go against the will of the people and the advice of the experts. With Mr. Biden’s populist voice coming forward and speaking for those that protection of the ACA is paramount, the country can be sure that these issues will remain a priority for the incoming administration.