Assuming it’s true that he can, I imagine he’s already got his finger resting outside the trigger, waiting.
Most congress critters are very wealthy. While I’m sure they appreciate the free health care we give them (ha!) if they had to pay for it most of them would not notice.
Now, pass a law that in order to run for congress you first have to give all but $250k of your net worth to the treasury - then you would see a complete shake up. Instead of several hundred rich lawyers you would have people with real world, middle class, life experiences. Oh and while in congress the only income you would be allowed would be the salary. No book deals. No speaking fees. No campaign slush funds.
Will Trump End The Obamacare Congressional Exemption? [July 25, 2017]
"American Commitment is spearheading a coalition of over national 30 organizations urging the president to end the exemption."
Waiting, for what?