An abandoned medical facility in Williamston, North Carolina, stands as a stark, tangible symbol of the complex economic realities that can compel even steadfast Republican senators to diverge from their party’s most significant legislative endeavors. This empty North Carolina rural hospital serves as a poignant illustration of why Senator Thom […]
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Amazon deploys its 1 millionth robot in a sign of more job automation
A sweeping healthcare bill championed by former President Donald Trump is poised to fundamentally reshape the U.S. healthcare landscape, raising significant concerns among policy experts and advocacy groups nationwide. Having narrowly passed the Senate, the legislation now faces a crucial test in the House, where its projected impact on health […]
Senate defeats Collins proposal to raise taxes on highest earners to help rural hospitals
A significant legislative effort aimed at bolstering the financial stability of rural hospitals recently met defeat in the Senate, underscoring the deep divisions within Congress regarding fiscal policy and healthcare funding. Spearheaded by Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine), the proposed amendment sought to establish a new top marginal tax rate for […]