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Insurance Companies to Speed Up Prior Authorization Process Under Biden Administration’s Finalized Rule

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Biden administration has announced new regulations aimed at curbing the practice of prior authorization by private health insurance companies. Prior authorization often leads to delayed care and opaque appeals processes for patients seeking medication or surgery. Under the newly finalized rules, insurance companies working with federal programs will be required to expedite the approval process for urgent requests and make decisions within 72 hours. Additionally, these companies must provide a specific …

Subsidy Enhancements and Medicaid Renewal: Biden Administration’s Healthcare Overhaul

Washington, D.C. – The Biden administration has taken significant steps to improve access to affordable healthcare. One of the key initiatives is the enhancement of premium tax credits to assist individuals in purchasing health coverage. This increase in funding for outreach and consumer assistance aims to raise awareness about available subsidies and guide individuals through the application process. Additionally, states are beginning to transition Medicaid enrollees to marketplace plans, as the pandemic-related requirement to maintain …

DeSantis Slams Proposed Border Deal, Criticizes President Biden for Allowing ‘Invasion’

Tallahassee, Florida – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized President Biden and the proposed border deal in a recent video, calling the deal a “farce” and accusing Biden of failing to address the “invasion” at the border. DeSantis stated that Biden already has the authority to shut down the border and could declare it a national emergency if he wanted to, but chooses not to. This criticism comes as Congress negotiates a border deal that would …

DeSantis Slams Border Deal, Accuses Biden of Allowing ‘Invasion’

Tallahassee, Florida – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized President Biden’s handling of the proposed border deal, calling it a “farce” and accusing Biden of not taking action to stop “the invasion.” DeSantis, a long-time critic of immigration policy, expressed his frustration as Congress struggles to pass a border deal that would also unlock aid for Ukraine. DeSantis argued that Biden already has the authority to shut down the border and could declare it a national …

Immigration Deal: Biden Vows Border Shutdown and Urges Congress to Act

Washington, D.C. – President Biden vows to shut down the border and urges Congress to pass an immigration deal to address the ongoing border crisis. This comes as Johnson warns the Senate on immigration talks and vows to impeach Mayorkas, the Homeland Security Secretary, soon. A GOP senator deems it “immoral” to kill the border deal to assist Trump, while Johnson fires a warning shot at Senate border talks. Trump also threatens to blow up …

Record Enrollment Proves Affordable Care Act’s Popularity as Biden Faces Off Against Trump’s Repeal Threats

WASHINGTON, DC – The Biden administration announced a record number of over 21 million people signing up for health plans through the Affordable Care Act’s insurance exchanges. This surge in enrollment comes amidst former President Donald Trump’s renewed promise to repeal the program if elected. The increase in sign-ups, totaling 5 million more than the previous year, is attributed in part to the unwinding of pandemic-era protections in Medicaid, resulting in millions of people being …

Abortion Laws Targeted by Biden and Harris on Roe’s 51st Anniversary

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – On the 51st anniversary of the historic Roe v. Wade decision, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are focusing on abortion rights, particularly in Milwaukee suburbs. Harris recognized the anniversary with a visit to Milwaukee suburbs, ensuring that the issue remains in the public eye. In a new campaign ad, Biden and Harris emphasize the importance of protecting reproductive rights, as well as the need to address restrictive abortion laws …

Biden Supporters Rally for Write-In Victory in New Hampshire Primary

Manchester, New Hampshire – The upcoming New Hampshire primary will be missing a significant name from its Democratic ballot – President Joe Biden. This absence is due to a disagreement over the date of the contest, leading to a group of New Hampshire Democrats launching a write-in campaign for the President, even though he’s decided not to officially compete in the state. Last year, the Democratic National Committee rearranged the primary calendar under Biden’s direction, …

Biden Aides Float Raising Taxes on the Wealthy Amidst Trump GOP Frontrunner Emergence

Washington D.C. – As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the Biden camp is strategizing to differentiate itself from the likely Republican frontrunner, Donald Trump. One of the proposed strategies includes raising taxes on the wealthy to bolster Social Security benefits. These efforts come as recent polls show Trump leading among Republicans and Biden trailing among Democrats. The Harvard-Harris poll also indicates Trump holding a lead over Biden in general election polling. To set the Biden …

Rally in New Hampshire Sees Trump Supporters Embrace ‘Dictator’ Label for Biden, Champion Trump as Savior

MANCHESTER, New Hampshire – Supporters of former President Donald Trump gather in the cold New Hampshire evening to rally around their leader, absorbing and echoing his strategy of flipping accusations against him and turning them on his accusers. According to them, Trump is the savior of democracy. Despite the subzero temperatures and snowfall, thousands wait in line for a chance to witness their greatest showman. Trump, gearing up to hold the biggest campaign rally in …