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Trump Urges Tax Hikes for Daycare Amid Healthcare Cuts Debate

4/2/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump said the government cannot cover daycare, Medicaid, or Medicare costs and urged states to raise taxes to fund daycare.
The Iran conflict has driven significant military spending, prompting Republicans to consider cuts to federal health programs to finance the war.
Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized these potential cuts, arguing they would harm Americans' healthcare to fund military efforts.
Polls show broad voter opposition to Medicare and Medicaid cuts.

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U.S. President Donald Trump said the government cannot cover daycare, Medicaid, or Medicare costs and urged states to raise taxes to fund daycare.
The Iran conflict has driven significant military spending, prompting Republicans to consider cuts to federal health programs to finance the war.
Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized these potential cuts, arguing they would harm Americans' healthcare to fund military efforts.
Polls show broad voter opposition to Medicare and Medicaid cuts.