12/16/18, by GOP Insider Brief.
The Trump administration has not repealed and replaced Obamacare as promised, but it has made moves to dismantle it, including creating job growth that has made it less of a necessity for Americans and helping dwindle its enrollment, CNBC reported.
As a federal judge in Texas ruled the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional from a lawsuit backed by the White House, a fight to the Supreme Court looms and the signature policy from former President Barack Obama's administration is showing dwindling numbers.
Here are the ways Pres. Trump helped to kill Obamacare enrollment, according to CNBC:
'Skimpy' health insurance plans – Healthy, younger Americans can hold cheaper and less comprehensive coverage than the Obamacare plans now, which was made possible by the Trump administration.
Repeal of the individual mandate – Americans are no longer penalized for not holding healthcare coverage, so more younger healthy Americans have seen the healthcare expense less necessary.
Affordable Care Act budget cuts – The Trump administration cut down on spending, including the $100 million spent by the Obama administration on advertising and promotion of his healthcare law.
Fewer days to sign up – As the ACA matured, less weeks were planned for open enrollment for the following year and the Trump administration began shortening the enrollment period last year.
Norb Leahy, Dunwoody
GA Tea Party Leader
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