What Happens If the Supreme Court Rejects the Individual Mandate?

The Takeaway

All this week, the Supreme Court has heard arguments on the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act. The centerpiece of President Obama’s health care reform legislation – and the focus of the debate at the Court – is the individual mandate, which requires all Americans to purchase health insurance or pay a fine. The Court won’t issue a ruling until June, but if they do declare the mandate unconstitutional, how much of a real difference will it make for you and your health care? Joining us is Joe Nocera, Op-Ed columnist for our partner The New York Times.

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