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Protests Erupt Over MinnesotaCare Cuts for Undocumented Adults

5/17/2025

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Minnesota lawmakers are under fire as protests erupt against a budget proposal that would strip adult undocumented immigrants from the MinnesotaCare health program, while still allowing children to remain eligible. Advocates passionately share personal stories, warning that this change could jeopardize lives. With a budget deadline looming, Democrats threaten to reject the rollback, intensifying the stakes of the overall budget deal.

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Minnesota lawmakers are under fire as protests erupt against a budget proposal that would strip adult undocumented immigrants from the MinnesotaCare health program, while still allowing children to remain eligible. Advocates passionately share personal stories, warning that this change could jeopardize lives. With a budget deadline looming, Democrats threaten to reject the rollback, intensifying the stakes of the overall budget deal.