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Reich Slams Trump’s Bill: 15 Million Risk Losing Health Care

1/10/2026

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Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich criticized the Trump-backed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, labeling it a “Big Ugly Nightmare.”
He predicted that the bill would lead to significant cuts in health care, food assistance, and clean energy.
Reich estimated that about 15 million Americans could lose health coverage, while 4 million might face cuts to SNAP funding.
He warned that these cuts could impact grocery stores and food banks, leading to rising energy costs and increased spending on surveillance and policing.
Reich urged voters to consider these consequences before the 2026 midterm elections.

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Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich criticized the Trump-backed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, labeling it a “Big Ugly Nightmare.”
He predicted that the bill would lead to significant cuts in health care, food assistance, and clean energy.
Reich estimated that about 15 million Americans could lose health coverage, while 4 million might face cuts to SNAP funding.
He warned that these cuts could impact grocery stores and food banks, leading to rising energy costs and increased spending on surveillance and policing.
Reich urged voters to consider these consequences before the 2026 midterm elections.