Oral arguments in lawsuit that could strip pre-existing conditions coverage for 4 million Michiganders begin today
Oral arguments in the GOP lawsuit to strip coverage for pre-existing conditions from 4 million Michiganders begin today and John James is still refusing to oppose it. The lawsuit would make the health care law’s individual mandate unconstitutional, axing protections for pre-existing conditions coverage and sending health care costs skyrocketing.
While John James refuses to oppose the lawsuit, he touts being “President Trump’s choice for Senate” and will stand with the president on every single issue.
In June, the Justice Department decided it would not defend the health care law against a lawsuit by Republican attorneys general intended to sabotage health care for Americans. Now, nearly three months later as their lawsuit is being heard by a federal judge, Senate Republican candidates are scrambling to rewrite their history as they face a backlash from voters.
“By refusing to oppose this lawsuit, James is sending a clear message that he does not want to protect coverage for pre-existing conditions and cannot be trusted to stand up for Michiganders,” said Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee spokesman David Bergstein. “Health care is the top issue for voters and they want a senator who will put their interests first – by backing an agenda that raises costs and cuts coverage, James has failed that test.”
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