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Fetterman Backs Oz's Medicaid Fraud Fight Amid Controversy

3/14/2026

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Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman praised Dr. Mehmet Oz, the CMS Administrator, for his efforts to combat Medicaid fraud during a CBS News interview.
Fetterman acknowledged the need to eliminate fraud and supported Oz's focus.
He highlighted his 2022 Senate race victory over Oz, framed by a populist message.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul's office said she has proactively addressed Medicaid fraud and that the CMS investigation is politically motivated.

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Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman praised Dr. Mehmet Oz, the CMS Administrator, for his efforts to combat Medicaid fraud during a CBS News interview.
Fetterman acknowledged the need to eliminate fraud and supported Oz's focus.
He highlighted his 2022 Senate race victory over Oz, framed by a populist message.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul's office said she has proactively addressed Medicaid fraud and that the CMS investigation is politically motivated.