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She got Trump's $500 check for health insurance. To her, it's a 'political stunt'

She got Trump's $500 check for health insurance. To her, it's a 'political stunt'
NPR News Wednesday 07 October 2026, 16:15 UTC By Selena Simmons-Duffin 1 min read
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As checks from President Trump for health costs hit millions of mailboxes, a poll shows Americans don't trust Republicans on healthcare. Experts doubt it will move the needle and say it is likely illegal.(Image credit: Sue Julian)

As checks from President Trump for health costs hit millions of mailboxes, a poll shows Americans don't trust Republicans on healthcare. Experts doubt it will move the needle and say it is likely illegal.

(Image credit: Sue Julian)

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