JD Vance’s views on health care: What to know

Senator JD Vance of Ohio, known for his alignment with Trump-era populism, holds a mix of conservative and moderate positions on healthcare, diverging from GOP norms on issues like Obamacare and Medicare drug price negotiation. Click here for article.

• ObamaCare: Vance has criticized efforts to repeal Obamacare entirely, supporting its provisions for preexisting conditions while acknowledging the need for reform.

• Medicare Drug Price Negotiation: He supports allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices, a stance that aligns him with some Democratic proposals but contrasts with traditional GOP opposition.

• Healthcare for 'Dreamers': Vance opposes taxpayer-funded healthcare for DACA recipients, introducing legislation to exclude them from Obamacare benefits.

• Transgender Health: He introduced legislation imposing severe penalties for gender-affirming care for minors, aligning with state bans and opposing coverage under Obamacare plans.