Chapter 1: What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Louise Schiavone. Extension of the Affordable Care Act's federal health care subsidies was before the U.S. Senate today, but neither Republican nor Democratic proposals appear to have secured enough votes to pass. We're waiting for a final vote on the Democratic measure.
Chapter 2: What are the latest updates on the Affordable Care Act's federal health care subsidies?
Cynthia Cox of KFF, a health care policy foundation, notes that those who rely upon these subsidies are already stressed.
By definition, ACA marketplaces are an option of last resort. at least for someone who wants comprehensive major medical health insurance. In order to get these subsidies, people already cannot be eligible for employer coverage. They can't be eligible for Medicaid or Medicare.
Without action to continue the pandemic-era health care subsidies before the year is out, millions of Americans will see significant increases in health insurance in 2026. President Trump's call for the state of Indiana to redraw congressional districts is before the state Senate there. Ben Thorpe of member station WFYI has the latest.
The Indiana House has already passed the redistricting plan that could help Republicans win two seats in Washington now held by Democrats. Senate Republicans have been deeply divided on the issue.
Republican Greg Good held a town hall to hear from constituents and was one of several lawmakers to face a swatting attempt recently that he says brought armed law enforcement into his house over a fake emergency call. Good says he's still undecided. I intend to keep an open mind until the very end. Trump has gotten Republicans in Texas, Missouri and North Carolina to redistrict.
He and Republican Governor Mike Braun threatened to support primary challenges against Indiana Republicans who oppose the effort to shape the 2026 midterms. For NPR News, I'm Ben Thorpe in Indianapolis.
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Karina Machado said she had to be in Oslo to receive To receive the prestigious prize, however, she arrived after the prize ceremony, after a difficult and dangerous trip out of Venezuela, where the opposition leader had been living in hiding for more than a year. NPR's Carrie Khan has more.
Machalo, wearing the same clothes she says she wore during her days-long trip out of Venezuela, hugged family and greeted supporters from a hotel balcony. Later, speaking to reporters wearing her trademark all white, Machado vowed to bring stability to Venezuela and said the risk of leaving was worth it.
And of course the risk of going back perhaps is higher. But it's always worthwhile. I'll be back in Venezuela, I have no doubt.
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Chapter 3: How is redistricting impacting political dynamics in Indiana?
Flooding is near historic levels. I'm Louise Schiavone, NPR News, Washington.