Sens. Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) recently reintroduced their signature Medicare X Choice Act, which would create a public health insurance option through Medicare. 

Democrats argue that Medicare X “would help achieve universal health care by making coverage more affordable and accessible,” especially in rural communities. 

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