Democrats' healthcare agenda after midterm wins

Democrats' midterm election victories give them control of Congress and leverage to pursue major healthcare changes, including restoring Affordable Care Act subsidies, reversing Medicaid cuts, and investigating the Trump administration's health policies. Democrats plan to prioritize restoring expired enhanced ACA tax credits that caused premium increases for millions, while also challenging Medicaid work requirements that could strip coverage. They may find common ground with Trump on drug pricing and prior authorization limits, though any legislation requires his signature. Democratic oversight powers could probe Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine policies amid a measles resurgence, while "Medicare for All" remains a symbolic goal unlikely to pass. Experts note bipartisan cooperation is uncertain, with Trump previously threatening vetoes.