Senator Jon Ossoff of Georgia warns that over 1.4 million residents could face doubled insurance premiums if Congress does not extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies before they expire at the end of December. The subsidies are crucial for nearly 95% of Georgia ACA Marketplace users, and their loss could lead to significant economic impacts, including the potential loss of 33,600 jobs in the state. The upcoming Senate vote, expected this week, will decide on a Democratic proposal to extend these subsidies for three years, but it faces strong opposition from Republican lawmakers who seek broader reforms to the ACA. Meanwhile, in the House, Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania has issued a stark warning about the need for action on healthcare affordability, emphasizing that doing nothing is not an option. Fitzpatrick has introduced legislation to extend the current ACA subsidies, criticizing his party’s focus on other issues and highlighting the importance of addressing rising healthcare costs, which he predicts will be a key issue in the 2026 elections. Fitzpatrick also advocates for stronger sanctions on Russia and supports bipartisan efforts to impose tariffs on countries that buy Russian oil and gas. He is a co-chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus and calls for a tougher stance against Russian President Vladimir Putin, criticizing former President Trump’s approach as too deferential. Both Ossoff and Warnock have voted against recent Senate shutdown deals, demanding commitments from Republicans to support the ACA subsidy extension. The political landscape remains divided, with Democrats pushing for the extension amid Republican resistance, setting the stage for a contentious vote that could significantly impact millions of Americans' healthcare costs.