Tag: John Cornyn

Deep divisions remain among centrists who are concerned about possible cuts to Medicaid in the long term and the rollback of the programâs expansion under Obamacare. For conservatives, the concerns rest on whether the bill would do enough to reduce the costs of premiums and undo Obamacare. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Nothing but big hurdles for Senate healthcare bill

Robert King, Kimberly Leonard · July 25, 2017 11:42 pm

Republicans Prepare to Take Next Step on Health Care Blindfolded

John McCormack · July 25, 2017 9:15 am

On Tuesday, GOP leadership is expected to call for a vote on a procedural motion to start debate on a House-passed bill that would partially repeal Obamacare. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Obamacare’s fate hinges on this week’s Senate vote

Robert King · July 23, 2017 4:01 am

"That's a luxury we don't have." (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

John Cornyn: It’s a ‘luxury’ for Republicans to know what they are voting on healthcare

Robert King · July 20, 2017 7:32 pm

From left, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn of Texas., and Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., leave the White House in Washington, Wednesday, July 19, 2017, to speak to members of the media following a luncheon with President Donald Trump and other GOP leadership. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Senate Republicans look to revive bill to repeal and replace Obamacare

Susan Ferrechio · July 19, 2017 7:18 pm

U.S. President Donald Trump points to a cheering crowd from his presidential viewing stand, Sunday, July 16, 2017, during the U.S. Women's Open Golf tournament at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, N.J. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Weekend wrap: Healthcare bill waits for John McCain and Trump returns to ramped up Russia scandal

Kyle Feldscher · July 17, 2017 2:12 am

Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn of Texas said Democrats and Republicans will be able to debate and amend the bill. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

John Cornyn promises an ‘open process’ on healthcare debate in the Senate

Melissa Quinn · July 16, 2017 5:12 pm

Schmitt, 42, was scheduled to sit down with Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn, R-Texas, and Sen. Cory Gardner of Colorado, chairman of the NRSC. (Kile Brewer/The Jefferson City News-Tribune via AP, File

GOP Missouri treasurer Schmitt in town to talk Senate challenge to McCaskill

David M. Drucker · July 13, 2017 3:20 pm

While conservatives are on board with the amendment, there remain lingering concerns from senators about protections for people with pre-existing conditions. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

Fate of Cruz’s healthcare proposal hinges on CBO

Robert King · July 11, 2017 8:07 pm

Cornyn added he hopes to hold a vote tomorrow on a critical procedural motion needed to start debate. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

John Cornyn: Senate will hold procedural healthcare vote Wednesday

Robert King · June 27, 2017 4:37 pm

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell blamed Democratic obstructionism for why it was necessary to extend the Senate work session into mid-August. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

McConnell: Senate will ‘soon’ act on healthcare bill

Susan Ferrechio · June 26, 2017 10:15 pm

Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn, who did not set a timeline for debate on the measure, told a group of reporters in the Capitol Monday that a procedural vote to begin debate on the measure could happen as early as Tuesday. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

First Senate healthcare vote could come as early as Tuesday

Susan Ferrechio · June 26, 2017 9:01 pm