Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, of New York, called the GOP proposal a “nonstarter” that would lead to “junk ...

They then voted 51-48 on a measure from Democrats that would have extended enhanced tax credits for people who purchase their health insurance from the Affordable Care Act Marketplace for three years.

Some people on the private market are already seeing higher health insurance premiums, and thousands who rely on Medicaid could lose coverage.

The leading health insurance trade group is trying out new messaging in its push to get Republicans on board with extending ...