Overview
- During a Nov. 3 Fox News roundtable, Harris Faulkner blamed Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown and told a Democratic voter, “You’re not going to lose health care.”
- A panelist identified as Amanda argued that if Democrats accepted Republicans’ funding approach without extending subsidies, millions would lose coverage.
- Official analyses cited in coverage say ACA marketplace enrollment would drop by nearly 4 million if enhanced subsidies lapse, with premiums projected to rise by about 114% for many enrollees.
- The shutdown began after the Oct. 1 budget deadline as Democrats pushed to extend ACA subsidies in any funding bill, while Republicans sought a short-term resolution without the extension.
- Viewers criticized Faulkner on social media for interrupting guests and promoting Republican talking points during the segment.