Former President Donald Trump and Texas Governor Greg Abbott visited the southern border in Edinburg, Texas, on November 19, 2023. CNN reports that this visit follows Trump’s renewed focus on repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. His declaration on his social media website Truth Social that replacing Obamacare would be a priority of his administration was unexpected, with Trump’s team admitting they have not been talking to him about health care. His renewed focus on health care has reignited a long-standing battle for the Republicans, playing into the Democrats’ hands and giving them fresh political ammunition. This highlights a lack of GOP strategy and discipline, with health care not being considered a favorable issue. Trump’s history on health care is seen as lackluster by his party, as he failed to repeal and replace Obamacare during his time in office. Despite this, Trump’s campaign team is now drafting aggressive proposals for a potential second term – with health care given new attention following a recent article that raised concerns about the Affordable Care Act rule. The issue has gained attention, leaving Trump’s team reviewing health care proposals put forward by outside advocacy groups. However, the American people’s profound cry for health care reform is being recognized, despite the political challenges it presents. Attention on health care has also reignited discussions about Trump’s failure to repeal and replace Obamacare in 2017, with blame falling on the late Sen. John McCain. This renewed focus on health care continues to confuse and puzzle Republicans who continue to push for an alternative.
Republicans Raise Alarm as Trump Shifts Focus Back to Obamacare
