US EditionBill That Congressman Says Protects Medicaid Doesn’t — And Would Likely Require Cutting It
- Democrats warned that the proposed cuts could harm Medicaid and its beneficiaries, citing potential negative effects on the program.
- A KFF tracking poll indicates broad public support for Medicaid, suggesting that efforts to cut it may face significant political opposition.
- Experts state that the budget resolution could require over $700 billion in Medicaid cuts, which remain highly unpopular, even among Trump voters.
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Rep. Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., said he voted for a resolution that protects Medicaid. But that resolution doesn't do that — and would likely require cutting it.
U.S. Rep. Nick LaLota, a Long Island Republican, said his vote to cut spending was a vote to “protect” Medicaid. Evidence offers a starkly different picture.
Bill that congressman says protects Medicaid doesn’t — and would likely require cutting it
“On Feb. 25, I voted yes on a budget resolution that protects Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid while cutting some spending elsewhere.” -- Rep. Nick LaLota (R-N.Y.), in a YouTube video posted March 4, 2025On Feb. 25, Rep. Nick LaLota (R-N.Y.) voted in favor of a House budget resolution that calls for sharp cuts in spending across a vast array of government areas. Medicaid is among the programs that could be at risk — catapulting it to the …
'I will always be honest': Republican shamed over 'false' promise on Medicaid
“On Feb. 25, I voted yes on a budget resolution that protects Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid while cutting some spending elsewhere.” Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY), in a YouTube video posted March 4, 2025 On Feb. 25, Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY) voted in favor of a House budget resolution that calls...
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