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House Bill Cuts Medicaid, Threatens Healthcare for 330,000

7/5/2025

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The U.S. House has approved a bill that slashes federal Medicaid funding in Illinois by 20%, jeopardizing healthcare for 330,000 residents and endangering rural hospitals. This controversial legislation, aligned with President Trump's agenda, also introduces hefty tax cuts and boosts border security funding, potentially leaving 11.8 million more Americans without insurance.

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The U.S. House has approved a bill that slashes federal Medicaid funding in Illinois by 20%, jeopardizing healthcare for 330,000 residents and endangering rural hospitals. This controversial legislation, aligned with President Trump's agenda, also introduces hefty tax cuts and boosts border security funding, potentially leaving 11.8 million more Americans without insurance.