Virginia Democrats warn more healthcare strains loom after November election
Virginia Democrats are expressing concerns regarding rising healthcare costs and insurance premiums ahead of the November election. Residents report significant increases in monthly costs and deductibles for ACA-reliant coverage.
Christina Rivera kept her health insurance this year because she needed major back surgery. But maintaining coverage meant absorbing a monthly premium that rose from $235 in 2025 to $1,336 in 2026 — with a higher deductible. “That’s just not reasonable for anybody who is relying on the ACA for healthcare,” said Riviera, a Charlottesville-area […]
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