But those changes, which would significantly undermine protections for people with pre-existing conditions, have won over a large swath of conservatives. As Republicans acknowledge, the bill would now allow states to opt out of protections that ensure people with pre-existing conditions are charged the same as healthy people. Leadership had anticipated an open revolt among moderates, even some rank-and-file Republicans, if the Freedom Caucus got its way and was able to undermine protections for people with pre-existing conditions. Instead, moderates and other Republicans who have repeatedly promised to protect people with pre-existing conditions are being coy about their positions. With the vast majority of the Freedom Caucus publicly getting to yes, no member wants to become President Donald Trump’s new punching bag.

Source: Huffington Post April 26, 2017 19:15 UTC