USA Health Coverage Drops as ACA Subsidies Expire

Approximately 1.5 million people dropped their ACA health insurance plans for 2026 following the expiration of federal subsidies. Total enrollment fell to 22.8 million as rising premiums, driven by the lapse in tax credits, forced many Americans to abandon their coverage.Congress remains divided over the issue as Democrats seek an extension of the financial aid while Republicans propose broader healthcare reforms.Data indicates that states which voted for Donald Trump saw the most significant previous growth and are now heavily impacted by the rising costs.