Obamacare Survives Third Supreme Court Challenge

Obamacare Survives Third Supreme Court Challenge

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The Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in a 7-2 ruling, marking a significant victory for Democrats. President Biden celebrated the decision, referencing his 2010 comment on the ACA's importance. The court found that conservative plaintiffs were not harmed by the ACA's insurance mandate, as the penalty had been reduced to zero. Justice Breyer emphasized the need for plaintiffs to show personal injury to have standing. Democrats hailed the ruling as a final victory for the ACA, while Republicans acknowledged the challenge of overturning it in court and called for legislative improvements to healthcare.

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What challenges do Republicans face in their efforts to overturn the Affordable Care Act?

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What was the response from House Republican leaders regarding the ruling on the Affordable Care Act?

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