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House Republicans Propose Drastic Medicaid Cuts Amid Spending Cuts

1/12/2025

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House Republicans are gearing up for drastic Medicaid cuts, introducing a per capita cap as part of a sweeping $2.5 trillion spending reduction for 2025. This strategy, born from a pact among party leaders, seeks to balance tax cuts for the wealthy, potentially jeopardizing the health of low-income beneficiaries. With Donald Trump set to begin his second term, the future of health care policy hangs in the balance.

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House Republicans are gearing up for drastic Medicaid cuts, introducing a per capita cap as part of a sweeping $2.5 trillion spending reduction for 2025. This strategy, born from a pact among party leaders, seeks to balance tax cuts for the wealthy, potentially jeopardizing the health of low-income beneficiaries. With Donald Trump set to begin his second term, the future of health care policy hangs in the balance.