House Republicans Face Tough Choices on Health Care

Moderates Open to Supporting GOP Bill, but Concerns Remain

House Republicans are navigating a complex landscape with their health care plans. Some moderates, like Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, are open to supporting the GOP's health care bill, but they have reservations.

"I haven't found anything objectionable yet, but I won't vote against it just to protest."

Other moderates share this view, even though they initially wanted to extend health care subsidies.

The Political Tightrope

The situation is delicate. These moderates represent districts that could swing either way in the next election. They must balance their principles with what's best for their voters. Rep. Jen Kiggans has warned about the potential political fallout if they don't address the expiring subsidies.

The Senate's Failure

The Senate has already failed to extend these subsidies, which help millions of Americans. Now, the House is under pressure to find a solution. However, the moderates' efforts to extend the subsidies haven't gained much traction. They tried to force a vote, but it was too late.

Pushing for an Amendment

Fitzpatrick and others are still pushing for a vote on an amendment to extend the subsidies. However, it's unclear if they'll get the chance. Majority Leader Steve Scalise has stated that no decision has been made yet.

Next Steps

The moderates are meeting to discuss their next steps. They're also talking to senators who are working on a bipartisan deal. Rep. David Valadao, who lost his seat in 2018 after the GOP tried to repeal Obamacare, is part of these discussions. He's staying quiet about how he'll vote until he sees how the amendment plays out.

Focus on the Positive

Rep. Richard Hudson, who leads the House GOP campaign arm, isn't worried about the expiring subsidies costing Republicans the majority. He believes they need to focus on what they're for, not just what they're against.