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Judge Blocks Trump's Medicaid Cuts to Planned Parenthood

7/22/2025

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In a significant ruling, a Massachusetts judge has halted the Trump administration's attempt to slash Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, deeming it an unconstitutional penalty for providing non-abortion services. This decision allows crucial funding to persist during ongoing legal battles, marking a partial victory for Planned Parenthood, even as the administration prepares to challenge the ruling.

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In a significant ruling, a Massachusetts judge has halted the Trump administration's attempt to slash Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, deeming it an unconstitutional penalty for providing non-abortion services. This decision allows crucial funding to persist during ongoing legal battles, marking a partial victory for Planned Parenthood, even as the administration prepares to challenge the ruling.