Trump administration defends pulling Obamacare ads

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The Trump administration defended a move to pull $4 million to $5 million in television and radio ads promoting Obamacare, pointing to the failures of the controversial law.

The decision reported late Thursday has drawn criticism from former Obama administration officials who said the lack of outreach could lead to lower enrollment before the open enrollment period ends Jan. 31. But the Trump administration said the move was made to ensure a more efficient campaign was run.

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