GOP Lawmakers Ready Latest Obamacare Repeal Effort
Bills to repeal the Affordable Care Act have been introduced in both chambers of Congress, but the House version would delay a repeal for six months so lawmakers could come up with a replacement. President Barack Obama says he would veto such any such measure.
CNN:
Cruz Takes Aim At Obamacare, Again
Conservatives lawmakers are following through this week on their promise to repeal Obamacare: Sen. Ted Cruz on Monday introduced a bill to repeal the health law and the House GOP will vote Tuesday to do the same. (Diamond, 2/2)
Politico Pro:
New GOP Obamacare Mantra: Repeal And Delay
House Republicans want to postpone the full repeal of Obamacare for six months to allow time to come up with a replacement plan. The delay would be part of the repeal bill they plan to vote for on Tuesday. (Haberkorn, 2/2)
The Associated Press:
Obama Threatens Veto Health Care Repeal Bill
President Barack Obama is threatening to veto a Republican bill that would repeal his health care law. The White House says the Affordable Care Act is working and is improving care for Americans. Officials say repealing the law would take health coverage away from millions of Americans and prevent others from gaining coverage. (2/2)
USA Today:
With Obamacare Bill, Veto Threat Count Now Stands At 10
The Obama administration issued its 10th veto threat of the year Monday, promising to scuttle a House bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act. The veto threat wasn't surprising -- Obama has long said he would defend his landmark legislative achievement with his veto pen if necessary. (Korte, 2/2)
