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John Cornyn: “If you're one of the 16 million people on the Affordable…”

Featuring: John Cornyn, Republican | U.S. Senate, Texas

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Published | Video Starts at 03:56

Now we know health insurance rates have certainly continued to go up. The Wall Street Journal recently reported that the cost of a family health insurance plan in 2025 is nearly $27,000. If you're one of the 16 million people on the Affordable Care act exchanges you, your premium is scheduled to go up 18% next year. 18%. At the same time, if you're on an employer provided insurance plan, premiums will go up roughly 6 or 7%. 6 or 7% versus 18%. (03:56–04:07)

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Asserts that premiums for those on the Affordable Care Act exchanges are scheduled to increase by 18% next year.

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