The newly elected Democratic majorities in the House and Senate will face significant pressure from voters to deliver lower healthcare costs next year in the lead-up to the 2028 presidential cycle.

Healthcare costs were top of mind for voters on Tuesday as Democrats won historic victories in the House and Senate in a midterm election that was largely seen as a repudiation of President Donald Trump’s economic policy, including his failure to address the rising costs of healthcare.

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