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Affordable Care Elusive? Plus, Musk's Risky Retirement Advice

Millions of Americans face increasing challenges in affording healthcare, with potential consequences stemming from health policy changes and rising costs. Simultaneously, financial experts are cautioning against relying solely on future technological advancements for retirement security. Meanwhile, Congress is grappling with a partial government shutdown and debating funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Healthcare affordability is becoming a critical concern for many. According to CBS News, changes in health policy could result in millions losing Medicaid or Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage. A GOP bill, referred to as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," is expected to slash nearly $1 trillion from Medicaid over the next decade. The implementation of new work rules may also cause some beneficiaries to lose their Medicaid coverage, CBS News reported.

Rising out-of-pocket costs for ACA coverage are also impacting individuals. CBS News noted that 1.2 million fewer people have signed up for Obamacare plans compared to the previous year, and analysts estimate more will lose coverage as they fail to pay their premiums. Some individuals are facing premiums that exceed their mortgage payments, leading them to drop coverage, as was the case for Nicole Wipp, according to CBS News. Others, like Loretta Forbes, have resorted to rationing medications due to increased costs. Noah Hulsman, a business owner, opted for skimpier coverage with a deductible that amounts to about a quarter of his yearly income, CBS News reported.

In the realm of personal finance, Elon Musk recently suggested that retirement savings may become irrelevant due to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). However, financial experts are urging caution. Fox News reported that Musk's statement implied that "robots and automation will take care of it." Fox News emphasized that for everyday Americans, this is reckless advice.

Meanwhile, the U.S. government is facing a partial shutdown, with House Speaker Mike Johnson expressing hope that it will end "at least" by Tuesday, according to Fox News. The Senate passed a funding bill that separates DHS funding and allots a two-week window for Congress to debate that topic specifically, Fox News reported. The debate over DHS funding continues as Democrats attempt to block funding for the department.

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