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Trump's Budget Law Could Slash Medicare by $491 Billion
8/16/2025
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Story summary
- The CBO report indicates Trump's budget law could result in $491 billion in Medicare cuts from 2027 to 2034.
- Democrats, such as Rep. Brendan Boyle, accuse Republicans of favoring tax breaks over Medicare support.
- Medicaid cuts are affecting rural hospitals, raising concerns about their financial viability.
