The NPR Politics Podcast Supreme Court Hears Affordable Care Act Case; AG Breaks With DOJ Precedent
Nov 10, 2020
The latest legal battle over the Affordable Care Act unfolds at the Supreme Court, with justices leaning toward preserving much of the law. Tensions rise as Republican-led states challenge its constitutionality. In a bold move, the Attorney General issues a memo allowing investigations into voting irregularities before election certification, raising eyebrows about electoral integrity. This brings to light concerns over public trust and the ramifications of political narratives potentially undermining democracy.
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Affordable Care Act Case
- The Supreme Court heard a case challenging the Affordable Care Act's constitutionality.
- The challenge arose after Congress eliminated the individual mandate penalty.
Republican Dilemma on ACA
- Republicans struggled to replace the ACA and now face a dilemma.
- Many Republican senators ran on protecting pre-existing conditions, a key ACA provision.
Barr Authorizes Investigations
- Attorney General Barr authorized investigations into voting irregularities before certification.
- This move breaks with DOJ precedent of not influencing elections.