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Trump Urges GOP Unity Amid Controversial Medicaid Reforms

5/17/2025

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The congressional budget reconciliation bill is back for revisions, but the committee has approved Medicaid reforms that could jeopardize access for millions, particularly immigrants. President Trump calls on Republicans to rally behind the bill, stressing the importance of tax cuts and safeguarding Medicaid for legal residents, despite growing dissent within the party.

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The congressional budget reconciliation bill is back for revisions, but the committee has approved Medicaid reforms that could jeopardize access for millions, particularly immigrants. President Trump calls on Republicans to rally behind the bill, stressing the importance of tax cuts and safeguarding Medicaid for legal residents, despite growing dissent within the party.