Health Care Overhaul

Republican-led states head to court to argue Obamacare is 'unconstitutional'

Eighteen states are fighting against Obamacare, potentially affecting millions of Americans.

Group of 18 Republican-led states ask court to invalidate Obamacare

Backed by the Trump administration, a group of 18 Republican-led states are heading to court to invalidate Obamacare, putting millions of Americans at risk.

Obamacare faces major test at appeals court

A federal appeals court on Tuesday will consider the fate of the Affordable Care Act, setting the stage for a major decision that could affect health care of millions.

Obamacare faces major court test with health benefits on the line

A federal appeals court on Tuesday will consider the fate of the Affordable Care Act, setting the stage for a major decision that could affect health care of millions.

Rural hospital closures leave residents with few options: 'It's a fight every day'

As part of "This Week's" Critical Care series, ABC's Steve Osunsami traveled to Tennessee to report on the impact hospital closures have had on rural communities.

Non-English speakers could face health setback because of Trump

Activists say they're accepting nothing less than Medicare for all

ABC News Correspondent David Wright examined Medicare for all in the first installment of "Critical Care" on "This Week" Sunday.

Trump vows 'phenomenal' new health care plan

Senate Republicans "anxious" to hear about President Trump's new health care plan.

Health insurance canceled without warning: One couple’s story

The Gaffers thought they were paying their health insurance. They were wrong.

Congressional Democrats to hold health care hearing

Nurses from across the country are in the nation's capital in support of a Medicare-for-all plan. ABC News' MaryAlice Parks reports.

Attorney General Barr tepidly backs his own department's position to no longer defend 'Obamacare'

Attorney General Bill Barr on Tuesday seemed to express skepticism that the Trump administration's latest position can withstand legal scrutiny in the Supreme Court.

Trump says the White House is working on a 'great health care plan' but his administration is not drafting legislation

While President Trump promises his administration is putting together a "great health care plan," two senior White House officials say no legislation is being crafted.

Trump punts on health care until after 2020

The president said on Twitter that he never planned on voting on a health care plan until after the next presidential election.

Health care costs are so high that many people skip treatment, medications: Survey

The cost of healthcare is leading people to either borrow large amounts of money to pay for treatments or regularly skipping treatments or forgoing prescriptions.

Health care vote can wait until 2020: Trump

Democrats slam GOP for not having a plan to replace the Affordable Care Act.

Despite no GOP replacement plan, acting White House chief of staff claims Americans won’t lose health care if 'Obamacare' is struck down

Mick Mulvaney claims he can guarantee every person who has health coverage because of "Obamacare" will not lose their coverage if the ACA is struck down in court.

Lawmakers concerned about repealing Obamacare without a replacement

Republicans in Congress and President Trump don't seem to have a plan in case there is a lapse in coverage if the Affordable Care Act is repealed.

Congressional Democrats and some Republicans wary over Trump administration's decision to overturn Affordable Care Act

Congressional Democrats are blasting the administration on its health care stance, while some Republicans are even expressing reservations about the shift in policy.

Health care clash heats up

Members of Congress respond to the Trump administration's request that the court strike down the Affordable Care Act.

Trump administration seeks to repeal Obamacare

Democrats are quick to point out Republicans don't have a new plan to replace the Affordable Care Act, but President Donald Trump is welcoming the battle ahead of the 2020 election.

DOJ wants to strike down Obamacare

The U.S. Department of Justice said it supports a federal judge's ruling that the entire Affordable Care Act should be overturned.

Affordable Care Act architect: repealing law would be a 'disaster'

Economist Jonathan Gruber says the act known as Obamacare is, "part of the fabric of the American health care system right now."

Impact of potentially repealing Affordable Care Act

The Department of Justice agreed with a lower court and said the health care law should be repealed.

Justice Department sides with lower court, says Obamacare should be struck down

The U.S. Department of Justice now says it supports a federal judge's ruling that the entire Affordable Care Act should be overturned.

Trump administration asks to repeal Affordable Care Act

The Department of Justice says the court should completely invalidate the Obama health care law.

One student's fears if the Affordable Care Act is repealed

Alma Bocaletti, a student enrolled in a state-run health care program, discusses the Trump administration's request to repeal the health care law.

Justice Department sides with lower court, says Obamacare should end

The U.S. Department of Justice now says it supports a federal judge's ruling that the entire Affordable Care Act should be overturned.

'Medicare-for-all' gets unexpected surge of support, even in red states

In states including Texas, Arizona and Louisiana, a series of events have been held to harness energy on the ground and to showcase enthusiasm.

5 dramatic moments from past congressional showdowns over health care

Five dramatic moments from past congressional showdowns over health care

Kaiser Health News looks back on high drama moments over health care on Capitol Hill.

Trump wants to slash drug rebate deals. Will it make a difference?

The administration's plan could cause far-reaching change.

Sen. Orrin Hatch’s influence of US health care

The Utah politician is leaving the Senate after 42 years.

5 ways overturning Obamacare could dismantle the American health care system

The Affordable Care Act is interwoven into the fabric of the American health care system.

Judge's Obamacare ruling: Advantage Democrats: COLUMN

This does not bode well for the GOP if health care is a major issue in 2020.

Everything’s bigger in Texas, including health problems

Many Texans struggle to get care and pay bills.

Judge strikes down Obamacare

Millions of Americans' health care is in jeopardy after Texas ruling.

What Obamacare ruling could mean for your health care

Even if you don’t have an Obamacare health plan, experts say there are far-reaching implications for all consumers if a federal judge's ruling is allowed to stand.

Obama, Trump react to judge's health care ruling

President Trump declared victory after a Texas judge struck down the Affordable Care Act, but top Democratic lawmakers are gearing up for a fight.

Texas judge rules Obamacare 'unconstitutional'

This ruling now may put the healthcare for millions of Americans in jeopardy, as President Donald Trump applauded the decision and Democrats condemned it.

Federal judge strikes down Obamacare law

Millions of people who rely on Obamacare for their medical insurance will soon face a difficult time as U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor has struck down the entire Obamacare law.

Trump calls decision by federal judge to strike down Obamacare a 'great ruling'

The president praised the judge's decision to strike down the Affordable Care Act.

A Texas judge ruled Obamacare unconstitutional

President Trump is hailing the move as a victory as the ruling affects tens of millions of Americans and their healthcare.

Federal judge rules Obamacare unconstitutional, Democrats immediately vow appeal

Deadline for enrolling in the Affordable Care Act's marketplaces is fast approaching

Dropping insurance coverage after Obamacare penalty disappears a 'bad gamble,' experts warn

Millions of people are likely to dump their health insurance because of a provision in last year’s Republican tax bill that repeals the Obamacare tax penalty.

California's new governor-elect promised a health care overhaul but state shouldn't hold its breath

As Gavin Newsom and California's legislature move to provide more people with health insurance, they’ll likely approach it piecemeal over several years.

How this election could affect your health care: Some key races to watch

The results of the midterm elections are likely to have a major impact on a broad array of other health issues that touch every single American.

GOP candidates: We will defend coverage for pre-existing conditions

Health insurance is a top voter concern; a new poll shows 53 percent of registered voters have a favorable opinion about Obamacare.

California governor candidate Gavin Newsom is vocal supporter of single-payer health care, sometimes: ANALYSIS

Democrat Gavin Newsom is the front-runner in the race for California governor.

Republicans trumpet pre-existing condition protections despite votes to repeal Obamacare

Many who supported the Republican plan to replace the Affordable Care Act downplay estimates of higher costs.