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Jennifer McClellan: “At least 5 million Americans could lose access to their…”

Featuring: Jennifer McClellan, Democratic | U.S. House Virginia, District 4

McClellan Leads CBC Special Order Hour

Published December 2, 2025 | Video Starts at 00:10

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Today is December 1st at midnight in 30 days, At least 5 million Americans could lose access to their health insurance [in 30 days]. 22 million Americans who benefit from from enhanced premium tax credits under the Affordable Care act. As they began open enrollment a month ago, started to see their health insurance premiums spike. (00:10–00:24)

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Asserts that 5 million Americans are at risk of losing health insurance soon.

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