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Connecticut Faces $1B Loss, 10K Jobs at Risk

5/15/2025

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Connecticut Democrats are sounding the alarm over proposed federal budget cuts, predicting a staggering $1 billion economic hit and nearly 10,000 job losses, alongside severe cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. Meanwhile, Colorado Republicans are pushing for Medicaid reductions, jeopardizing coverage for millions. Both states stand on the brink of a healthcare crisis if these drastic changes take effect.

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Connecticut Democrats are sounding the alarm over proposed federal budget cuts, predicting a staggering $1 billion economic hit and nearly 10,000 job losses, alongside severe cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. Meanwhile, Colorado Republicans are pushing for Medicaid reductions, jeopardizing coverage for millions. Both states stand on the brink of a healthcare crisis if these drastic changes take effect.