Governor of New Mexico warns that possible GOP reductions to Medicaid would significantly harm healthcare.
On Sunday, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) criticized Republican initiatives aimed at reducing Medicaid funding, asserting that such cuts would “destroy medical care as we know it.” In an interview on CBS News’ “Face the Nation,” she expressed concerns that these efforts would dismantle healthcare access for everyday Americans, ultimately driving costs higher […]
Medicaid reductions will harm New Jersey. Our Republican representatives are taking action.
Eric Benson As Congress works through the budget, New Jersey Assembly members Jeff Van Drew, Chris Smith, and Tom Keene are reportedly willing to undermine Medicaid and hurt families in favor of supporting the wealthiest individuals. In Washington, Republican leaders are hastily finalizing a federal budget that includes substantial cuts to Medicaid to finance tax […]
Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Republican threats to Medicaid: ‘They are stealing from people’
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) criticized Republicans for their threats to Medicaid funding, asserting they were prioritizing the wealthy at the expense of the vulnerable. She has been vocal against proposed cuts affecting health care access for low-income families and individuals with disabilities. “They are taking resources from people to give to the rich,” Ocasio-Cortez stated. […]
Most Americans Favor Ending Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Medicaid
A recent poll reveals that a significant majority of Americans support efforts to address waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicaid, as reported by Breitbart News. This internal GOP poll comes amidst ongoing Congressional discussions regarding Medicaid reform due to budget negotiations. Republicans are advocating for measures to uphold the system’s integrity, by targeting non-eligible candidates […]
Are weight loss medications covered by Medicare and Medicaid? It varies.
In a recent decision, millions of Americans dealing with obesity were impacted when the Trump administration declined to permit Medicare and Medicaid to cover well-known weight loss medications such as Wegovy and Zepbound. Last month, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) turned down a proposal from the Biden administration that sought coverage for […]
House Republicans divided on Medicaid
When lawmakers departed Washington last Thursday for the weekend, there seemed to be a lack of agreement regarding a contentious proposal aimed at capping Medicaid spending for a growing population. This proposed cut would amount to a significant reduction of $880 billion from various programs overseen by the committee. It’s, uh, going to be quite […]
RFK Jr. states that the autism database will incorporate Medicare and Medicaid information.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is teaming up with the federal health insurance program to develop a “real world data platform” aimed at uncovering the root causes of autism. This initiative was announced recently. According to a statement from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the NIH plans to work closely with […]
Millions may lose access to care due to GOP plans to reduce Medicaid funds.
A recent nonpartisan analysis highlights that millions of Americans could potentially lose their Medicaid health insurance if various proposals from Republican members of Congress are implemented. These proposals aim to cut spending in order to support President Donald Trump’s tax cuts and broader domestic agenda. According to estimates, the number of individuals at risk of […]
US Health Department to review information from Medicare and Medicaid recipients with autism, according to RFK Jr.
Health Secretary Announces Autism Research Using Medicaid and Medicare Data WASHINGTON — Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed plans on Wednesday to leverage medical data from individuals enrolled in Medicaid and Medicare to advance research on autism. However, experts express skepticism about the potential to unearth the true causes of the condition. The initiative […]
Whitmer expresses worries about potential Medicaid reductions
Concerns Over Medicaid Cuts in Milford On March 11, 2025, around 100 individuals gathered in Central Park, Milford, to voice their worries regarding potential cuts to Medicaid and federal food assistance programs. The atmosphere was a mix of determination and concern, with participants expressing a clear need to protect essential services. Republican leaders in Congress […]