Trump pleads with US Republicans to roll back Obamacare, says it's time for action

Trump pleads with US Republicans to roll back Obamacare, says it's time for action

President Donald Trump made a last-ditch plea to US Senate Republicans on Monday to "do the right thing" and fulfill seven years of campaign promises to repeal and replace former President Barack Obama's signature healthcare law.

The Senate will vote on Tuesday on whether to open debate on an overhaul of the law, with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell promising an open amendment process and a "robust" debate.

"To every member of the Senate I say this: The American people have waited long enough. There's been enough talk, and no action. Now is the time for action," Trump said on Monday at the White House.
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