What comes after democratic breakdown.

In an unprecedented move, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plans representing Connecticut, New York and Missouri have unilaterally declared it will no longer pay for anesthesia care if the surgery or procedure goes beyond an arbitrary time limit, regardless of how long the surgical procedure takes. The American Society of Anesthesiologists calls on Anthem to reverse this proposal immediately.

Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot Wednesday morning in front of a New York City hotel. A manhunt is underway for the gunman.