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Democrats Sound Alarm on GOP's $880B Medicaid Cuts

4/12/2025

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Democrats Challenge GOP Cuts

As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Democrats raise alarms over proposed $880 billion Medicaid cuts by GOP lawmakers, contradicting Trump's earlier promises to protect Social Security and Medicare. Health industry lobbyists express deep concern, while conservatives slam Trump's budget for prioritizing the wealthy at the expense of vital safety-net programs.

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Jeffries Condemns GOP Budget

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries fiercely criticized the recently passed House Republican budget, labeling it a “disgrace” and a “toxic scheme.” He cautioned that it threatens critical healthcare and SNAP funding, endangering the most vulnerable. This budget resolution aligns with President Trump's agenda, igniting fears among Democrats about the future of essential social safety nets.

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Democrats Challenge GOP Cuts

As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Democrats raise alarms over proposed $880 billion Medicaid cuts by GOP lawmakers, contradicting Trump's earlier promises to protect Social Security and Medicare. Health industry lobbyists express deep concern, while conservatives slam Trump's budget for prioritizing the wealthy at the expense of vital safety-net programs.

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