Hakeem Jeffries delivered an 8-hour and 44-minute speech opposing the GOP reconciliation bill, which proposed over $1 trillion in cuts, primarily affecting Medicaid. He aimed to delay the vote, emphasizing the immoral nature of the provisions and noting that nearly 12 million could lose health coverage. Despite lacking votes to stop the bill, his actions were to draw attention to its consequences. Republicans assert that the cuts target Medicaid fraud, though explanations have varied. The legislation is predicted to significantly contribute to the national debt due to an imbalance between spending cuts and tax reductions.
Jeffries delivered an 8-hour and 44-minute speech opposing the GOP's reconciliation bill, aiming to delay the House vote on significant cuts to public spending.
The House was in session for 28 hours, during which Jeffries highlighted the potential loss of coverage for nearly 12 million due to over $1 trillion in cuts.
Despite Democrats lacking votes to stop the bill, Jeffries described its provisions as "immoral" and emphasized the need to continue the fight.
Republicans claim the cuts target Medicaid fraud but have provided conflicting explanations; the bill could increase national debt significantly.
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