A new poll reveals that health care costs are a persistent financial worry for voters, with six in ten expressing concern over affording care and insurance. Trust in handling the issue splits sharply along party lines, as Democrats lead Republicans by nearly two-to-one in public confidence. The findings underscore affordability as a defining factor in voters’ priorities, particularly as medical expenses continue to rise. The data highlights a growing divide in how each party is perceived on addressing one of the most pressing economic challenges facing Americans.


Health care costs remain a top affordability concern for voters, who trust Democrats over Republicans on the issue by a nearly two-to-one margin, according to a new poll from health research group KFF.  Six in 10 voters said they are worried about being able to afford their health care, including the cost of health insurance...