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Trump's Medicaid Plan Threatens Coverage for 36 Million

4/15/2025

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President Trump's budget plan introduces work requirements for Medicaid, threatening coverage for 36 million adults, with states like California and New York facing severe impacts. While Republicans claim it will cut costs, experts caution it could lead to soaring medical debt and jeopardize healthcare, especially in rural communities. Legislation is set to be drafted by the House committee soon.

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Story summary

President Trump's budget plan introduces work requirements for Medicaid, threatening coverage for 36 million adults, with states like California and New York facing severe impacts. While Republicans claim it will cut costs, experts caution it could lead to soaring medical debt and jeopardize healthcare, especially in rural communities. Legislation is set to be drafted by the House committee soon.