Sánchez stands up for working families, votes against bill that spikes health care premiums

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-Calif.) released the following statement after voting against the Republican government funding bill:

“I voted against the Republican government funding bill because it fails to protect the health care subsidies that prevent premiums in my district from doubling.

“My constituents are already struggling with rising health care premiums and grocery costs driven by Trump’s reckless tariffs. I refused to gamble their family budgets on a flimsy promise by the Senate to address these issues later — especially when Speaker Johnson has offered no such commitment.

“While reopening the government is important, this bill gives Republicans exactly what they wanted: higher health care costs and a green light to continue Trump’s tariffs, which are driving up prices on everyday goods.

“That’s why I led 11 fellow Democrats in introducing an amendment to block these tariffs. But instead of allowing a vote, Republicans on the Rules Committee adjourned to protect Trump’s unchecked power over trade policy.

“This vote makes it clear that Republicans stand with Trump, not the American people.”

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