Recent congressional hearings have brought significant attention to the rising costs of health care in the U.S., with health insurance executives facing intense scrutiny from lawmakers. During these hearings, CEOs from major health insurance companies testified about the soaring premiums and denials of claims, while also attempting to shift blame for high costs onto hospitals and drug manufacturers. Lawmakers expressed frustration over the lack of affordability in the health care system, urging insurers to take responsibility for their part in the crisis. As political debates over ACA subsidies heat up, many are calling for systemic changes to address the unsustainable health care pricing, with some representatives accusing health insurers of prioritizing profits over patient care.