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14.2 Million Americans Risk Losing Coverage Under OBBBA

9/7/2025

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Republican lawmakers face criticism for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which cuts $1 trillion from Medicaid.
The Center for American Progress (CAP) reports all congressional districts will see rising uninsured rates by 2034.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates 14.2 million Americans will lose coverage due to OBBBA.
States like California, Florida, and Texas will see over 1 million residents lose coverage.
Some Republicans propose extending ACA tax credits to address backlash before midterm elections, but critics find this inadequate.

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Republican lawmakers face criticism for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which cuts $1 trillion from Medicaid.
The Center for American Progress (CAP) reports all congressional districts will see rising uninsured rates by 2034.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates 14.2 million Americans will lose coverage due to OBBBA.
States like California, Florida, and Texas will see over 1 million residents lose coverage.
Some Republicans propose extending ACA tax credits to address backlash before midterm elections, but critics find this inadequate.