Supreme Court Takes Up "ObamaCare"

The eyes of America will be on the Supreme Court this week as the justices begin hearing arguments on the constitutionality of "ObamaCare." Here's what's expected to happen:

• Today (Monday) is the first of three days of oral arguments. The justices will hear 90 minutes of arguments over whether the Anti-Injunction Act (an obscure 19th century law) means that the court can't pass judgment on a law until its key provisions go into effect, which would happen in 2014. (Both sides agree that the issue should be settled now.)
• Tomorrow, the justices will hear arguments about the constitutionality of the individual mandate (requiring all Americans to purchase health insurance).
• On Wednesday, they will discuss whether "ObamaCare" can still exist if the individual mandate is found to unconstitutional (this is the so-called "severability" issue). They'll also look at whether the federal government can force states to increase Medicaid spending.

The court's decision could have incredible ramifications, with the Wall Street Journal noting, "In taking up President Barack Obama's health overhaul Monday, the Supreme Court wades into an issue that not only could sway this fall's elections but also could help define for generations what Congress is and isn't entitled to do."

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