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House GOP Divided Over Medicaid Cuts Amid Budget Battle

4/16/2025

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A dozen House Republicans, led by Rep. Jeff Van Drew, are sounding the alarm to Speaker Mike Johnson about potential Medicaid cuts in the upcoming budget reconciliation. They argue that slashing funding could endanger healthcare for millions of vulnerable Americans. This internal GOP clash between moderates and conservatives over spending is creating a turbulent path for legislative progress.

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A dozen House Republicans, led by Rep. Jeff Van Drew, are sounding the alarm to Speaker Mike Johnson about potential Medicaid cuts in the upcoming budget reconciliation. They argue that slashing funding could endanger healthcare for millions of vulnerable Americans. This internal GOP clash between moderates and conservatives over spending is creating a turbulent path for legislative progress.