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Medicaid Cuts Could Leave 10 Million Americans Uninsured

6/7/2025

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House Speaker Mike Johnson's proposed Medicaid cuts threaten the health coverage of over 10 million Americans, with an alarming 4.8 million potentially losing their insurance. Stricter work requirements and funding limits could push states to slash vital services. Furthermore, the end of enhanced ACA subsidies may leave 4.2 million without coverage by 2034, driving up costs for those who remain.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson's proposed Medicaid cuts threaten the health coverage of over 10 million Americans, with an alarming 4.8 million potentially losing their insurance. Stricter work requirements and funding limits could push states to slash vital services. Furthermore, the end of enhanced ACA subsidies may leave 4.2 million without coverage by 2034, driving up costs for those who remain.