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Tag: Medicaid

I cannot back the bill’s genuine cuts to Medicaid benefits.

On Wednesday, Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) expressed his opposition to the House spending bill during a CNN segment, citing concerns about “true Medicaid benefits.” Hawley stated, “This should be a fundamental principle: cutting healthcare for low-income workers is simply wrong. That’s the issue at hand with Medicaid. In Missouri, which has expanded Medicaid, over 20% […]

Map Reveals Areas Where Medicaid Reductions Might Shut Down Hospitals

Many rural hospitals are already struggling financially and could face further jeopardy as Congressional Republicans explore significant cuts to the Medicaid program. According to the Center for Democratic Organizations for Progress, over 300 rural hospitals are currently categorized as being at “immediate risk” of closure. These potential Medicaid funding reductions pose a serious threat to […]

Democrats raise concerns about potential Medicaid cuts as budget conflicts intensify, according to experts.

The White House is dismissing claims from Democrats and anti-Trump factions suggesting that nearly 14 million people could lose their health insurance under the proposed Republican Medicaid reform, part of President Trump’s larger legislative agenda. This disagreement is heightening tensions between the two parties, increasingly focused on Medicaid spending, especially following a recent analysis indicating […]

Democrats Resist Republican Push to Limit Medicaid through Work Requirements

Republicans are advocating for changes to Medicaid aimed at reducing government expenses, while Democrats are standing firmly against any initiatives that would tie Medicaid eligibility to work requirements. During a session that extended from Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning, the House Energy Commerce Committee discussed budget adjustments concerning Medicaid, aligning with President Trump’s agenda. […]

Lawmakers discuss Medicaid changes and limits on SALT deductions during lengthy and heated markup sessions for Trump’s major legislation.

Late Tuesday night, the markup hearing for Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” continued into Wednesday, focusing on government spending cuts within massive legislation. Specifically, three House committees—Energy, Commerce, and Agriculture—discussed significant elements of the bill. They tackled topics like major Medicaid changes, reforms to the Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and the handling of state and […]

Republicans place their largest wager by linking Trump’s tax rates to Medicaid reductions.

Republicans in Congress are heavily investing in President Trump’s domestic agenda. This significant legislative package includes tax reductions, initiatives to increase energy production, and strict immigration policies aimed at helping Trump secure a second term. GOP leaders in Congress aim to pass it quickly to support White House allies, whose approval ratings have seen a […]

What Impact Will the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Have on the ACA, Medicaid, and the Rate of Uninsured Individuals?

Republicans in Congress are weighing budget adjustments that could bring significant changes to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). For example, the Energy and Commerce Committee recently revealed a bill which includes work and reporting mandates for some Medicaid enrollees, alongside formalizing certain rules the Trump administration previously proposed concerning the ACA market. This […]

It’s Time to Take Apart the Medicaid System

The Democrats appear to be resorting to familiar, concerning tactics. It’s a questionable approach to view voters with suspicion, yet politicians seem reluctant to abandon these effective strategies. This time, the target: Medicaid. House Republicans are now tasked with identifying over $880 billion in cuts, which could dismantle recent legislative changes to Medicaid by late […]