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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 15h

#CA04 residents: Tomorrow at 6 PM I’m holding a town hall with Covered California Executive Director Jessica Altman to discuss the government shutdown and answer your questions about how it’s affecting you and your healthcare.

RSVP here or scan the QR code below: bit.ly/RSVPTownHall...

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 16h

I met with Jessica Altman, the director of Covered California, to discuss how the Republican shutdown is threatening health coverage for millions. Without the Affordable Care Act’s tax credits, hardworking Californians could see their premiums double — and time is running out to act.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 18h

My team and I are proud to serve #CA04! So far this year, we’ve closed 1,653 cases for constituents and recouped $11.6 million in money owed to Fourth District residents. If you’re in need of help navigating a federal agency, please call my nearest office.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 21h

Without ACA tax credits, families in Napa could see their premiums double. I spoke with Katy, the Executive Director of the Community Health Initiative, about what this means for our community—and why we can’t let families lose their coverage.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 22h

The President could end this shutdown with one phone call to Republican leaders.

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Senate frustrations rise as shutdown starts feeling like ‘Groundhog Day’

The government shutdown is turning into “Groundhog Day” for senators as they grow increasingly frustrated with the lack of movement toward a deal and repeated failed votes. The Senate voted Monday...

thehill.com

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 1d

I continue to call for the immediate return of every hostage, humanitarian aid for civilians in Gaza, a negotiated ceasefire, and a two-state solution to bring peace to the Middle East.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 1d

Two years since Hamas’ devastating terrorist attack that killed nearly 1,200 people, I mourn the innocent lives lost on October 7, 2023.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 1d

Here’s something I never thought you’d hear from me: Marjorie Taylor Greene is right. Premium increases will price people out of their coverage and Congressional Republicans need to come back to Washington and work with Democrats to solve this crisis and protect healthcare for Americans.

Greene ‘disgusted’ if health care tax credits expire and premiums double

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) signaled a willingness to negotiate with Democrats on their health care demands, breaking with her party on an issue at the core of the government shutdown stand…

thehill.com

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 1d

Middle and High Schoolers in #CA04, don’t forget to apply for my 2025 Congressional App Challenge! Design an original app for a chance to have it featured in the U.S. Capitol for one year. Learn more below.
mikethompson.house.gov/services/con...

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 1d

House Republicans are failing the American people.

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National Flood Insurance Program is set to expire with government shutdown, halting new policies and some home loans

During a roughly 30-day freeze in June 2010, the National Association of Realtors estimated 1,400 home sales were canceled or delayed each day.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 1d

Because Speaker Johnson refuses to hold votes, critical programs are expiring. The National Flood Insurance Program has lapsed—putting the housing market at risk and threatening hundreds of thousands of home sales. These aren’t partisan fights or budget items. They could be fixed with a simple vote.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 1d

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and we must do more to break stigma and expand care. That’s why I introduced legislation to expand public-private partnerships to research mental illnesses—because every family deserves access to the treatments they need.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 2d

California is already taking steps to fight back in court. (2/2) www.kcra.com/article/pres...

President Trump is sending 300 Cal Guard to Oregon and Newsom says he'll sue.

Governor Newsom to sue, urges Americans to speak out on Trump’s “breathtaking abuse of power” with cross-state Guard deployment.

www.kcra.com

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 2d

After a federal judge in Oregon blocked the President from federalizing the Oregon National Guard, he’s now deploying 300 California National Guard personnel to Oregon.

This is wrong and it’s a dangerous attempt by the President to exert authoritarian rule over the American people. (1/2)

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 2d

Are Congressional Republicans ready to come to the table to negotiate? Democrats are here ready to end this shutdown and prevent price increases for your health care.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 2d

Democrats are ready to negotiate to protect these tax credits, while Congressional Republicans are content to let you bear the burden thehill.com/policy/healt...

thehill.com

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 2d

Speaker Johnson claims we don't need to discuss healthcare tax credits until the end of the year. But the truth is, millions of Americans will start feeling the impact as soon as November 1, when ACA enrollment begins and premiums could more than double.

thehill.com

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 2d

The House hasn’t held a vote since SEPTEMBER 19th at 10:53 AM!!! For more than two weeks, Congressional Republicans have blocked action to lower costs and make healthcare more affordable. They’re choosing a taxpayer-paid vacation over the people they represent.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 2d

On #WorldTeacherDay, we honor the dedicated educators who shape the next generation. Teachers are the backbone of our communities, and I’ll keep fighting in Congress to ensure they have the resources, respect, and support they deserve.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 3d

What can you do during the shutdown? Raise your voice, get involved, and remember: don’t agonize—organize.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 3d

Fourth District high school seniors: If you are planning to apply to one of our nation’s military service academies, application packets are due October 17, 2025. For more information, visit: mikethompson.house.gov/services/aca...

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 3d

Congress has bipartisan support to extend coverage, but Congressional Republicans are refusing to allow a vote to reauthorize critical telehealth services.

rollcall.com/2025/10/03/d....

Doctors cancel telehealth appointments as Medicare coverage lapses - Roll Call

When government funding expired this week, so did a health care policy that allowed Medicare to cover telehealth services.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 3d

Because Speaker Johnson refuses to hold votes, Medicare telehealth coverage has expired. Doctors are already canceling appointments, leaving millions of seniors and people with disabilities without access to care they need. This didn’t need to happen.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 3d

Why should you care about the shutdown? Because your access to affordable health care is at risk.

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Rep. Mike Thompson @mikethompson.house.gov · 4d

By federal law, undocumented immigrants cannot receive federally funded health care. Congressional Republicans know this, but they’re spreading lies anyway. This fight is about Americans access to affordable care.

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