Hakeem Jeffries called for four House Republicans to show courage in opposing President Trump's health care bill during a press conference. He asserted that all House Democrats stand united to protect critical programs like Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act, which would be harmed by the legislation. Jeffries highlighted that numerous vulnerable groups, including children, families, and individuals with disabilities, would be negatively affected. He warned that the bill could lead to hospital closures and increased fatalities across the country.
During a press conference, Jeffries united House Democrats to assert that all Democrats will fight for health care, Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act.
Jeffries emphasized that many vulnerable groups, including children and families, would suffer from the bill, calling it an unprecedented assault on health care.
He warned that the proposed bill could lead to the closing of hospitals and nursing homes, affecting the ability of community clinics to operate and contributing to unnecessary deaths.
Jeffries challenged Republicans to show courage, likening the need for bipartisan support to the courage displayed by the late John McCain in protecting health care.
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