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25 States, DC Sue to Halt Trump Medicaid Work Rule

7/2/2026

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Story summary
  • A coalition of 25 states and the District of Columbia sued to block Medicaid work requirements.
  • The rules, issued by administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, require work, volunteer or school participation.
  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) projects 2.3 million could lose coverage in year one, with 7 % at risk from paperwork.
  • The states say the rule forces costly manual reviews and have sought a temporary stay and injunction.