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Battle over GOP health bill begins with the nitty-gritty

Republican leaders push new health care plan in spite of Democratic pushback.

03/08/2017 | Rating NR

PBS News Hour

Battle over GOP health bill begins with the nitty-gritty

Clip: 3/8/2017 | 3m 18s

Republican leaders push new health care plan in spite of Democratic pushback.

The Republican bill to replace the Affordable Care Act officially began its journey through Congress, as two committees started drafting details. Pushed by GOP leaders and the White House, the bill faces opposition from Democrats, conservative critics and powerful interest groups, while multiple analysts concluded that millions more will be left without coverage. Lisa Desjardins reports.

03/08/2017 | Rating NR

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