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The 4 Republicans who defied House Speaker Mike Johnson

Fitzpatrick signed the petition and described its bipartisan support as evidence of the cause’s importance.

The 4 Republicans who defied House Speaker Mike Johnson
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Four House Republicans from Pennsylvania and New York signed a Democratic-led petition seeking a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire at year’s end. Their move breaks with party leadership amid concerns about rising premiums.

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Pennsylvania representative who signed the petition to force a vote on extending ACA subsidies

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Pennsylvania representative who signed the petition to force a vote on extending ACA subsidies

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Pennsylvania representative who signed the petition to force a vote on extending ACA subsidies

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Michael Lawler
R · NY-17

New York representative who signed the petition to force a vote on extending ACA subsidies

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Mike Johnson
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Speaker of the House whose party leadership the four Republicans broke with

Donald Trump
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President who attended an official White House event in Bresnahan’s district

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Republicans Join Democrats to Seek Vote on Three-Year Obamacare Subsidy Extension

Four House Republicans, including Brian Fitzpatrick, signed a petition seeking a House vote on extending enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies. Left-leaning outlets portray the signatures as forcing Johnson to confront the issue and stress the consequences of expiration. Center outlets largely describe a bipartisan effort to secure a vote, often noting premium concerns and an uncertain path ahead. Right-leaning outlets emphasize the break with Republican leadership, with coverage ranging from a leadership setback to conservative criticism of the signers.

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