ACA enrollment in my state dropped by 15% because premium costs push my constituents out. For farmers, this health care affordability crisis is particularly painful. Farming is not a 9 to 5 job with a benefits … President Trump's war in Iran and reckless tariffs...are squeezing American farmers and farmers in Illinois. … Public Radio in Illinois recently told the story of Ben and Paula Steffen, lifelong farmers in Nebraska. Last year they paid $13,000 annually for health insurance after receiving support from Obamacare, ACA's enhanced premium tax credit. (01:21–01:42)
CLAIM
Asserts that President Trump's policies are negatively impacting American farmers.
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