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By the Patriot Watch Desk
Published September 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET · Updated September 28, 2026 at 8:03 PM ET

Critics point to delays and costs in government health care systems

2 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by The Blaze. Verification: Corroborated (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.

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What we know

Critics pointed to delays and costs in government-run health care systems. They cited a 16-hour wait highlighted by Nick Freitas as an example of problems with government-managed care.

Patriot Watch first flagged this story 2 d ago, when The Blaze reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets. The most recent report came 2 d ago from Instapundit.

Conservative & independent coverage (2)

Instapundit 2 d ago
NOTHING GOOD: This Is What Happens When the Government Runs Health Care. ↗
The Blaze 2 d ago
Nick Freitas: What happens when ‘free’ health care comes with a 16-hour wait? ↗

Coverage timeline

Sep 28, 5:00 PM ET
2 d ago
The Blaze
Nick Freitas: What happens when ‘free’ health care comes with a 16-hour wait? ↗
Sep 28, 6:00 PM ET
2 d ago
Instapundit
NOTHING GOOD: This Is What Happens When the Government Runs Health Care. ↗
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