The recently struck deal to end the government shutdown has sparked significant concerns about the future of health insurance as it does not include an extension for expiring Obamacare subsidies. Democrats, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, are pushing for a three-year extension of these subsidies in response to skyrocketing premiums that are putting health insurance out of reach for many Americans. Without a deal, the end of these subsidies could result in millions losing their health coverage, with individuals across states like Colorado and Texas bracing for significant premium hikes. The shutdown negotiations highlight a deep divide in Congress over healthcare issues, with Democrats attempting last-ditch efforts to save the subsidies while some Republicans express support for extending them despite their overall opposition to the ACA. Polls indicate that there is still strong public backing for extending these tax credits amid rising costs and uncertainty in the health insurance market.