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Trump's Health Plan Could Risk 10 Million's Coverage

10/24/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration says changes could cut health coverage for about 10 million Americans by 2034 due to an 80-hour monthly work requirement.
Louisiana's Medicaid recently texted over 13,000 enrollees to verify incomes for a pilot on work requirements, and only 7% responded.
Critics warn outdated eligibility systems and weak technology and support could cause eligible enrollees to lose coverage, including vulnerable children and those with disabilities.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration says changes could cut health coverage for about 10 million Americans by 2034 due to an 80-hour monthly work requirement.
Louisiana's Medicaid recently texted over 13,000 enrollees to verify incomes for a pilot on work requirements, and only 7% responded.
Critics warn outdated eligibility systems and weak technology and support could cause eligible enrollees to lose coverage, including vulnerable children and those with disabilities.