Donald Trump recently floated a new health care idea, suggesting direct cash payments for individuals to buy their own insurance. However, his Treasury Secretary confirmed there is no formal proposal, just "brainstorming on social media." This approach contrasts sharply with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which prevents insurance companies from denying coverage due to pre-existing conditions like cancer, asthma, or diabetes. Trump's idea could dismantle these protections, potentially reinstating