House Republican leaders may permit a vote next week on an amendment to extend ObamaCare subsidies, part of efforts to prevent rising premiums and address political fallout on affordability. Democrats released photos from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate that reportedly show President Trump and Bill Clinton. President Trump honored the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, and the administration imposed sanctions tied to Venezuela after a reported oil-tanker seizure.
Live Updates: House May Vote Next Week To Extend ObamaCare Subsidies; Trump Honors 'Miracle on Ice' Team
House Republican leaders could allow a vote next week on an amendment to extend ObamaCare (ACA) subsidies by folding the change into the party's newly unveiled health-care plan. Lawmakers are scrambling to head off the expiration of subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, a move that could drive up premiums and intensify political pressure on Capitol Hill.
Subsidies, Premiums and Political Stakes
The looming cutoff of ACA subsidies has increased frustration among lawmakers and raised concern that Democrats are winning the public debate on affordability. Republican leaders are weighing procedural options — including permitting an amendment vote — as they seek a legislative path that addresses the affordability squeeze without fracturing their caucus.
Epstein Photos Released
House Democrats on Friday released a new batch of photos from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate. Some of the images reportedly include President Trump and former President Bill Clinton. The release adds another dimension to ongoing public and political scrutiny surrounding Epstein-related materials.
Trump Honors 1980 Olympic Hockey Team
Also on Friday afternoon, President Trump welcomed the 1980 U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team to the Oval Office after signing legislation, honoring the squad that achieved the celebrated "Miracle on Ice" upset over the Soviet Union.
Venezuela Tensions Escalate
Washington’s attention has also turned to Venezuela, where the Trump administration intensified pressure on President Nicolás Maduro after Maduro announced the seizure of an oil tanker earlier in the week. On Thursday, the administration imposed sanctions on some members of Maduro’s family and on six Venezuelan shipping companies. The moves have prompted concern and criticism from Democrats on Capitol Hill.
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