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Hakeem Jeffries: “Because of the Republicans refusal to extend the Affordable…”

Featuring: Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic | U.S. House New York, 8th Congressional District

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Press Conference on Trump Admin's Cruel SNAP Cuts

Published | Video Starts at 35:21

Housing costs are up. Grocery costs are up. Child care costs are up. Electricity bills are through the roof. And now, Because of the Republicans refusal to extend the Affordable Care act tax credits, tens of millions of Americans are about to experience dramatic increases in their health care costs. that will force medical bankruptcy on many of them. Or they'll have to make a choice between going to see a doctor, putting clothing on their back, paying the rent or mortgage, or putting food on the table. (35:21–35:33)

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Claims that the refusal to extend ACA tax credits will increase healthcare costs for millions.

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