There Still Hasn't Been a Vote on the BCRA

The video discusses the political challenges surrounding the BCRA, focusing on John McCain's surgery and its impact on Senate votes. It highlights the complexities of the Cruz Amendment and the opposition from key senators, leading to the withdrawal of the bill. The video also explores the repeal and delay strategy, its potential failure, and the uncertain future of ACA repeal efforts.

What was the primary reason for the delay in the Senate vote on the BCRA?

• A lack of support from the Democrats

• A filibuster by the opposition

• Senator John McCain's surgery

• A government shutdown

Which amendment posed significant challenges in scoring the BCRA?

• The Moran Amendment

• The Lee Amendment

• The McCain Amendment

• The Cruz Amendment

Why did McConnell decide to pull the healthcare bill?

• To avoid a government shutdown

• Due to a lack of support from key senators

• To focus on other legislative priorities

• Because the bill had already passed

What was the proposed strategy involving a repeal and delay?

• Repeal the ACA immediately without a replacement

• Repeal the ACA in 2019 or 2020 and pass a replacement later

• Repeal the ACA and replace it with Medicare for All

• Delay the repeal until after the next election

What was a major obstacle for the repeal and delay strategy?

• Strong support from the Democrats

• Lack of support from some Republican senators

• A Supreme Court ruling against it

• A veto threat from the President