California Governor Gavin Newsom didn’t mince words this yesterday when he called out House Speaker Mike Johnson for peddling a dangerous and dishonest talking point. Johnson has repeatedly suggested that Democrats are trying to use ongoing budget negotiations to fund health insurance for undocumented immigrants. It’s a lie — and Newsom is right to call it what it is.
The truth is simple: Democrats are fighting to extend the Affordable Care Act’s premium tax credits, a policy that directly benefits millions of American citizens. If these tax credits are allowed to expire, 4 million Americans, and we want to emphasize that these are hardworking American citizens, will lose their health insurance, and premiums will skyrocket for countless more. This isn’t theoretical. These tax credits were originally expanded under the American Rescue Plan and extended through the Inflation Reduction Act, making coverage more affordable for working- and middle-class families.
Republicans are refusing to extend them — and then trying to change the subject by fearmongering about immigrants.
Republicans don’t want to address health care costs so that when costs go sky high, they can blame it on the “horrible” out of control Obamacare plan that the Republicans have been trying to get rid of since it went into effect.
Also why is there a public debate about whether illegal immigrants are covered by the ACA? The Democrats can easily clear this up with a 5 minute face-to-face conversation with the Republicans, preferably in front of the press. Calling each other liars is going nowhere.
Do Not Cave Democrats! Stand Firm and the Preserve ACA. Mike Johnson is an idiot who follows tRump’s every beck and call. Johnson’s so close to tRump because he loves the smell of shit 💩
That’s what scares the crap out of me. I live in the country and I can see MAGATS marching down the streets, torches in their hands. I’m not wanting that shit at all!!!
Put the blame on the guilty party...republicans, of course. They are always the ones who bring it on..... 35 days, during Trump's first tenure, for more $$ to build his stupid border wall, ect. Check out the last 3 shutdowns and see where they originated from. We've got to get rid of these corrupt, lying (I could go on forever) sacks of shit STAT, ASAP, NOW ! Don't forget to vote for Dems, as our lives and freedoms depend upon it !!!
Don't forget the real reason trump wanted the government shut down. So they wouldn't be forced to vote on releasing the Epstein files. I think that's what matters to trump the most. And because of that, he will be in NO hurry to open the government back up again. HE still gets paid, he doesn't care. He honestly doesn't.
The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act (PRWORA) of 1996: This law barred most non-citizens without permanent status from accessing federal healthcare and other benefit programs.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010: The ACA explicitly prohibits undocumented immigrants from enrolling in federal health coverage programs like Medicaid and from purchasing subsidized coverage through the ACA marketplaces.
Federal law establishes that undocumented immigrants are ineligible for major government-funded health coverage programs, including Medicaid, Medicare, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and subsidized plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
About this stupid lie that Democrats want "illegal aliens" getting all the bennies from Obamacare": Dems have a golden opportunity for clarity: Please quote the LAW that make it illegal for them to get 'free' healthcare! Quote the law and give a link to it so that everyone, even crazy uncles can read it with their own eyes
I think whoever can should get out there in protest everywhere.All the republicans that are on " VACATION" for a week , should protest everywhere they go so that they will be as miserable as they have made all the AMERICANS
NO KINGS EVENT 10/18/25 all over the USA, check it out online, at a city near you. That's where you can voice your opinion about DJT and his trashy administration who care nothing about American people, only the rich and famous pedophile AHoles.
Intentionally or not, you're losing the forest for the trees. Many people tend to use "Congress" to refer to the House of Representatives. Yes, it's true that Congress comprises both the House and the Senate, but really, who cares at this point? Concern yourself with things that actually matter.
Stupidity matters, especially regarding something so basic as the construction of the Federal government. Stupid people wouldn't care. Also, I'm not losing anything on the big picture by pointing out the stupidity.
Doesn't pointing out your own stupidity matter to you? We don't have a real government right now. People still have the freedom to call it whatever they want.
The only 2 exceptions I know of are for everyone: Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA): Passed in 1986, this law requires Medicare-participating hospitals to provide STABILIZING treatment for anyone in a medical emergency.
This one carries a charge or "non-assistance to person in danger" if no help is given.
Emergency Medicaid: This provides limited federal funding to reimburse hospitals for the emergency medical treatment they provide to undocumented patients, provided the patient meets other eligibility requirements like income. Emergency Medicaid does not provide general health insurance coverage.
California Governor Gavin Newsom didn’t mince words this yesterday when he called out House Speaker Mike Johnson for peddling a dangerous and dishonest talking point. Johnson has repeatedly suggested that Democrats are trying to use ongoing budget negotiations to fund health insurance for undocumented immigrants. It’s a lie — and Newsom is right to call it what it is.
The truth is simple: Democrats are fighting to extend the Affordable Care Act’s premium tax credits, a policy that directly benefits millions of American citizens. If these tax credits are allowed to expire, 4 million Americans, and we want to emphasize that these are hardworking American citizens, will lose their health insurance, and premiums will skyrocket for countless more. This isn’t theoretical. These tax credits were originally expanded under the American Rescue Plan and extended through the Inflation Reduction Act, making coverage more affordable for working- and middle-class families.
Republicans are refusing to extend them — and then trying to change the subject by fearmongering about immigrants.
Republicans don’t want to address health care costs so that when costs go sky high, they can blame it on the “horrible” out of control Obamacare plan that the Republicans have been trying to get rid of since it went into effect.
Also why is there a public debate about whether illegal immigrants are covered by the ACA? The Democrats can easily clear this up with a 5 minute face-to-face conversation with the Republicans, preferably in front of the press. Calling each other liars is going nowhere.
They’ve tried that with the Republicans and they won’t do it because the truth about them would be clear as day to Everyone!!!
Do Not Cave Democrats! Stand Firm and the Preserve ACA. Mike Johnson is an idiot who follows tRump’s every beck and call. Johnson’s so close to tRump because he loves the smell of shit 💩
Keep it up Democrats
It’s about time that the Democrats stand firm and make a stand! You gave in last time and look what’s happen since then.
Don’t make that same mistake twice! Do not fold!
There are a lot of us behind you and the only way to effect change is to not give in!
Positive and honest change needs to start now!!!!!
Great article, very well said with very truthful points. Hold strong, Democrats everywhere.
I am appalled by the state of the US
I as well. Watch, a Civil War is coming. Gun lovers run rampant and us Peace lovers try to hold true to Peace.
That’s what scares the crap out of me. I live in the country and I can see MAGATS marching down the streets, torches in their hands. I’m not wanting that shit at all!!!
Put the blame on the guilty party...republicans, of course. They are always the ones who bring it on..... 35 days, during Trump's first tenure, for more $$ to build his stupid border wall, ect. Check out the last 3 shutdowns and see where they originated from. We've got to get rid of these corrupt, lying (I could go on forever) sacks of shit STAT, ASAP, NOW ! Don't forget to vote for Dems, as our lives and freedoms depend upon it !!!
I’m sure not one of us will sit this one out but their making it painfully obvious that they intend on Stealing this election
Be brave and don't cave.
Don't forget the real reason trump wanted the government shut down. So they wouldn't be forced to vote on releasing the Epstein files. I think that's what matters to trump the most. And because of that, he will be in NO hurry to open the government back up again. HE still gets paid, he doesn't care. He honestly doesn't.
The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act (PRWORA) of 1996: This law barred most non-citizens without permanent status from accessing federal healthcare and other benefit programs.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010: The ACA explicitly prohibits undocumented immigrants from enrolling in federal health coverage programs like Medicaid and from purchasing subsidized coverage through the ACA marketplaces.
Federal law establishes that undocumented immigrants are ineligible for major government-funded health coverage programs, including Medicaid, Medicare, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and subsidized plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
About this stupid lie that Democrats want "illegal aliens" getting all the bennies from Obamacare": Dems have a golden opportunity for clarity: Please quote the LAW that make it illegal for them to get 'free' healthcare! Quote the law and give a link to it so that everyone, even crazy uncles can read it with their own eyes
I think whoever can should get out there in protest everywhere.All the republicans that are on " VACATION" for a week , should protest everywhere they go so that they will be as miserable as they have made all the AMERICANS
NO KINGS EVENT 10/18/25 all over the USA, check it out online, at a city near you. That's where you can voice your opinion about DJT and his trashy administration who care nothing about American people, only the rich and famous pedophile AHoles.
Seriously, who wrote this. The Senate is a part of Congress, not some separate entity.
Intentionally or not, you're losing the forest for the trees. Many people tend to use "Congress" to refer to the House of Representatives. Yes, it's true that Congress comprises both the House and the Senate, but really, who cares at this point? Concern yourself with things that actually matter.
Stupidity matters, especially regarding something so basic as the construction of the Federal government. Stupid people wouldn't care. Also, I'm not losing anything on the big picture by pointing out the stupidity.
Doesn't pointing out your own stupidity matter to you? We don't have a real government right now. People still have the freedom to call it whatever they want.
I'm not the one who thinks the Senate is separate from Congress, dumdum.
You should join MAGA, they love ignorant stupid trash.
You’re the dumdum that is trying to distinguish that any part of this fascist government should have a legitimate name
Lol, AGAIN: You should join MAGA, they love ignorant stupid trash.
Negative.
The only 2 exceptions I know of are for everyone: Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA): Passed in 1986, this law requires Medicare-participating hospitals to provide STABILIZING treatment for anyone in a medical emergency.
This one carries a charge or "non-assistance to person in danger" if no help is given.
Emergency Medicaid: This provides limited federal funding to reimburse hospitals for the emergency medical treatment they provide to undocumented patients, provided the patient meets other eligibility requirements like income. Emergency Medicaid does not provide general health insurance coverage.