Sanders Links CEO Murder to Healthcare Anger
Senator Sanders linked the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson to widespread anger over the US healthcare system’s high costs and low life expectancy ranking. He emphasized the need for national healthcare, echoing points in the alleged murderer’s manifesto. Other Democratic lawmakers, including Senators Warren and Ocasio-Cortez, also acknowledged public frustration with the system while condemning the violence. The incident highlights the ongoing debate surrounding healthcare access and affordability in the United States.