WASHINGTON [KWWL] — The Senate rejected two health care bills on Thursday, raising concerns about potential increases in insurance premiums for millions of Americans relying on the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. The House is expected to introduce its own bill next week.

President Trump called for a bipartisan solution after the failed votes, stating, "I really believe we can work on health care together and come up with something that's going to be much better, much less expensive for the people."

Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York criticized the Republicans' approach, saying, "They put a little bubble gum and scotch tape together and put together a ridiculous phony plan."

Republicans argue that the Obamacare system has driven healthcare costs up. Sen. Rick Scott of Florida s

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