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House GOP's $625 Billion Medicaid Cut Stalled Amid Internal Strife

5/18/2025

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House Republicans faced a setback as their plan to slash over $625 billion from Medicaid was blocked by a key committee. Speaker Mike Johnson is determined to bring it back to life, but internal rifts complicate the effort. Critics warn that the rushed approach jeopardizes vital healthcare for millions, prioritizing speed over careful consideration.

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House Republicans faced a setback as their plan to slash over $625 billion from Medicaid was blocked by a key committee. Speaker Mike Johnson is determined to bring it back to life, but internal rifts complicate the effort. Critics warn that the rushed approach jeopardizes vital healthcare for millions, prioritizing speed over careful consideration.