Senate Showdown Looms Over Obamacare Subsidy Extension Vote

• US Congress faces a looming deadline for expiring Obamacare (ACA) premium subsidies.
• Senate Democrats propose a 3-year extension of enhanced subsidies, with a vote expected Thursday.
• Republicans criticize the Democratic plan as a "designed to fail" political tactic, citing lack of policy reforms.
• Key Republican objections include the absence of the Hyde Amendment and removal of income caps.
• Bipartisan negotiations have stalled, with both parties blaming each other as the deadline approaches.

Why It Matters: Your healthcare costs may rise as Obamacare subsidies face expiration due to political fight.