Trump urges Republicans to end Obamacare, send funds straight to ‘the people’ as gov’t shutdown drags on

As the federal government shutdown reached its 38th day, President Trump urged Senate Republicans to move swiftly to dismantle the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and redirect federal health-care funds “directly to the people.” In a series of Truth Social posts, Trump argued that federal subsidies currently benefiting insurance companies should instead go to individuals, allowing them to purchase coverage independently. His remarks reignited partisan debate over health-care policy amid a deepening funding crisis.

Trump described Obamacare as “the worst healthcare anywhere in the world,” calling for its immediate termination and for billions in ACA subsidies to be rerouted away from what he labeled “money-sucking insurance companies.” The timing of his comments added pressure on Senate Republicans, who were already navigating intense negotiations to reopen the government.

In the Senate, efforts to reach compromise have repeatedly collapsed. Democratic leader Chuck Schumer proposed a temporary reopening of the government paired with a one-year extension of ACA subsidies. Republicans rejected the plan, insisting that subsidy discussions should occur only after agencies are fully funded. Democrats, in turn, opposed a Republican measure to fund a few agencies while leaving others under short-term extensions.

Trump also renewed his push to eliminate the Senate filibuster — the 60-vote rule required to advance most legislation — arguing that it obstructs conservative priorities. However, many Republican senators remain opposed, warning that abolishing the filibuster could backfire if Democrats regain control of Congress.

Meanwhile, the shutdown’s effects have grown more severe. Air-traffic controller shortages have led to flight cancellations, federal employees continue to miss paychecks, and millions of families face uncertainty over delayed SNAP food benefits.

With negotiations stalled and frustration mounting, Senate leaders confront twin challenges: restoring government funding and managing escalating divisions over the future of federal health-care policy.

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