Stephen and his wife are independent contractors who have to pay for their own health insurance because Republicans let the ACA tax credits expire. Stephen and his wife are facing a monthly health care premium increase of $1,000 per month in 2026. This will bring their monthly total to nearly $2,100 per month and nearly $25,000 for the year just in health insurance. That is, in Stephen's own words, a terrible financial blow and an enormous financial burden constituents across the country like Stephen and his wife cannot afford. Republicans Deal. (12:30–12:41)
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Asserts that the constituent's health insurance will cost nearly $2,100 monthly and $25,000 annually.
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