Medicare Premiums Soar as Election Nears, Sparking Controversy
Biden-Harris administration faces scrutiny over rising costs and subsidies intended to offset premium hikes before the election
- Medicare Part D premiums have risen significantly due to the Inflation Reduction Act, with a projected increase of over 50% next year.
- The Biden-Harris administration is using Medicare trust funds to subsidize premiums, a move critics call an election gimmick.
- House Republicans are investigating these subsidies, arguing they create long-term fiscal uncertainty.
- The administration also faces accusations of diverting Medicare funds to green energy initiatives and healthcare for undocumented immigrants.
- Vice President Kamala Harris defends her healthcare policies, emphasizing efforts to cap drug prices and expand benefits.