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Trump Advisors Urge GOP to Reconsider Medicaid Cuts

4/29/2025

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Advisors close to President Trump are urging House Republicans to reconsider proposed Medicaid cuts in their reconciliation bill, fearing it could drive away his loyal supporters. As negotiations unfold, Republicans are acutely aware of the potential backlash from low-income and disabled Americans, emphasizing the delicate balance between fiscal strategy and voter sentiment.

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Advisors close to President Trump are urging House Republicans to reconsider proposed Medicaid cuts in their reconciliation bill, fearing it could drive away his loyal supporters. As negotiations unfold, Republicans are acutely aware of the potential backlash from low-income and disabled Americans, emphasizing the delicate balance between fiscal strategy and voter sentiment.