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Republicans Weigh Health Cuts for Trump's Iran Military Ops

3/30/2026

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Republican lawmakers are considering cuts to federal health spending to fund U.S. President Donald Trump's military operations in Iran, Operation Epic Fury.
House Republicans may cut health insurance subsidies, potentially leaving 300,000 uninsured.
Sen. Rand Paul and Rep. Lauren Boebert oppose additional funding, citing lack of clear goals.
Public disapproval is high, with over 60% of Americans opposing the conflict, while U.S. ground troops are deployed in Middle East.

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Republican lawmakers are considering cuts to federal health spending to fund U.S. President Donald Trump's military operations in Iran, Operation Epic Fury.
House Republicans may cut health insurance subsidies, potentially leaving 300,000 uninsured.
Sen. Rand Paul and Rep. Lauren Boebert oppose additional funding, citing lack of clear goals.
Public disapproval is high, with over 60% of Americans opposing the conflict, while U.S. ground troops are deployed in Middle East.