Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

GOP Bill Cuts $698B from Medicaid, Endangers Millions

5/26/2025

24 3

Left

GOP Cuts Healthcare

The recently passed House GOP reconciliation bill threatens healthcare for millions by proposing a staggering $698 billion in Medicaid cuts, impacting 8.6 million individuals. Critics warn that the bill diverts crucial funds to military spending, jeopardizing vital services like Medicare, food assistance, and reproductive health, with low-income Americans bearing the brunt of these changes.

Right

Senator Opposes Deficit Bill

Senator Ron Johnson has voiced strong opposition to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, warning it could balloon the deficit by a staggering $3 trillion in the next decade. Passed by House Republicans, the bill's tax cuts and deep Medicaid reductions have sparked alarm among moderates and fiscal conservatives alike, prompting anticipated revisions in the Senate to mitigate these concerns.

Center

Johnson Defends Medicaid

House Speaker Mike Johnson passionately defended new Medicaid work requirements in a contentious bill, asserting they combat fraud and uphold dignity. However, skepticism looms in the Senate as the bill's potential cuts could impact 8.6 million individuals. Critics warn that these changes may disproportionately harm low-income Americans while favoring the wealthy.

1 of 3

GOP Cuts Healthcare

The recently passed House GOP reconciliation bill threatens healthcare for millions by proposing a staggering $698 billion in Medicaid cuts, impacting 8.6 million individuals. Critics warn that the bill diverts crucial funds to military spending, jeopardizing vital services like Medicare, food assistance, and reproductive health, with low-income Americans bearing the brunt of these changes.

1 / 3