Bulwark Takes Sen. Shaheen: Trump Seizing Venezuelan Oil Tanker Puts Us At Risk
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Dec 11, 2025 
Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a prominent Democratic lawmaker from New Hampshire and former governor, dives deep into the healthcare debate over extending enhanced Obamacare subsidies. She warns that without swift legislative action, millions could lose coverage as premiums soar. The conversation also touches on the geopolitical implications of the U.S. seizing a Venezuelan oil tanker, which Shaheen describes as a dangerous escalation without congressional backing. The discussion is both timely and critical, highlighting the intersection of healthcare and foreign policy.
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Reopening Showed Who Bears Blame
- Jeanne Shaheen argues reopening the government exposed the looming premium spike and who would be responsible for it.
- She says failure to extend enhanced tax credits could cause about 4 million people to lose coverage and ripple through the health system.
Three-Year Clean Extension Faces Long Odds
- Shaheen expects Democrats to push a clean three-year extension of enhanced premium tax credits but doubts it will pass.
- She warns Republican proposals won't adequately address premium cost increases facing people now.
Act Quickly To Prevent Coverage Loss
- Do extend premium tax credits to avoid immediate premium shock and people dropping coverage.
- Shaheen insists timely legislative action can prevent increased uncompensated care and ER strain.