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ACA insurers in the Supreme Court: Why consumers should pay attention

ACA insurers in the Supreme Court: Why consumers should pay attention

The case centers on $12 billion in payments the federal government pledged to insurers to defray their losses in the first years of the health law. Did rescinding those payments send premiums soaring?
by Phil Galewitz

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Fearing retaliation, some immigrants stay away from public aid

Fearing retaliation, some immigrants stay away from public aid

Medicaid, food assistance and other federal programs can help keep struggling immigrant families afloat. Many, though, increasingly fear being punished for seeking those benefits, and being labeled a “public charge.”

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Russia, Ukraine to revive peace process amid little progress

Russia, Ukraine to revive peace process amid little progress

The presidents of Ukraine and Russia agreed Monday to revive the peace process on the bloody separatist conflict in eastern Ukraine and exchange all their prisoners, but they failed to resolve crucial issues such as a timeline on local elections and control of the borders in the rebel-held region.
by The Associated Press

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Impeachment another hurdle for Democrat Collin Peterson on GOP turf

Impeachment another hurdle for Democrat Collin Peterson on GOP turf

The Minnesota congressman looks to have his toughest opponent in years if he seeks a 16th term, and even some voters who have long viewed him as a reliable friend on agricultural issues aren't ready to commit to supporting him next year.
by Steve Karnowski, Associated Press

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Democratic impeachment counsel calls Trump a 'clear and present danger'

Democratic impeachment counsel calls Trump a 'clear and present danger'

The House Judiciary had attorneys for both parties present on the findings of the inquiry as it works to draft articles of impeachment. Republicans called the impeachment process a partisan "show."
by The Associated Press

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Nadler says committee vote on impeachment possible this week

Nadler says committee vote on impeachment possible this week

Democrats have been working through the weekend as articles are being drafted and committee members prepare for a hearing Monday to hear evidence from the House Intelligence Committee, which investigated Trump’s dealings with Ukraine.
by The Associated Press

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Booker slams Democratic debate rules as he ends Iowa tour

Booker slams Democratic debate rules as he ends Iowa tour

Fighting to be in the next Democratic presidential debate, Cory Booker concluded a nearly 800-mile, 12-county tour of Iowa on Sunday by criticizing the Democratic Party for allowing “elites" and “money" to control who gets on stage and urging voters to offer his name when pollsters call.
by The Associated Press

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