Happy Wednesday! In this week's Big I Buzz: Liberty Mutual plans to retire the Safeco brand in 2026. Plus, the Supreme Court schedules arguments in an ACA case defended by the Trump administration.

Liberty Mutual to Sunset Safeco Brand in 2026

Liberty Mutual has announced plans to retire the Safeco brand in 2026, consolidating all personal lines products under the Liberty Mutual name. Safeco, acquired by Liberty Mutual in 2008, has been a significant brand for independent agents selling home, auto, and specialty insurance. The transition aims to simplify operations and unify marketing efforts across distribution channels. Current Safeco customers will maintain their existing policies and agent relationships throughout this change. Read more here.

Supreme Court Schedules Arguments in Case Where Trump Administration is Defending ACA

The Supreme Court has set April 21 as the date for arguments in a case that could determine the legality of the ACA's mandate for insurers to cover specific preventive services. In an unexpected decision, the Trump administration announced it would uphold the Biden administration’s defense of the mandate. Some legal experts believe the Justice Department’s arguments suggest an effort to grant Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. significant authority over an independent government task force. Read more here.

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