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#healthcare-policy
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
Healthcare

Op-Ed | A call to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and advance equitable care for older adults | amNewYork

Healthcare
fromtime.com
15 hours ago

For Those Facing Addiction, Medicaid Is a LifelineNot a Luxury

Medicaid is a crucial lifeline for individuals struggling with addiction and mental health issues.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

New studies show what's at stake if Medicaid is scaled back

Recent studies show Medicaid expansion significantly reduces mortality rates, highlighting its vital role in public health.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Critics say GOP Medicaid cuts could slash fentanyl addiction treatment

Proposed Medicaid cuts by Republicans raise concerns about jeopardizing opioid addiction treatment amid the fentanyl crisis.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

GOP Tries to Cut Down Medicaid for Trump's Agenda But Trump's Wary

Trump's concerns about Medicaid cuts stem from declining poll numbers and political instincts.
Despite public claims, Trump may still support substantial Medicaid reductions if politically beneficial.
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
Healthcare

Op-Ed | A call to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and advance equitable care for older adults | amNewYork

#healthcare
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Facing self-imposed budget cuts, Republicans in Congress mull the future of Medicaid

Medicaid cuts are a politically risky move for Republicans as it endangers healthcare for millions.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Jasmine Crockett shreds GOP's obsession with trans people over American problems with 'Trump or trans' game

Jasmine Crockett challenges GOP focus on transgender issues over pressing concerns affecting thousands of children in the U.S. during a House hearing.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 weeks ago

Trump Is Bad for Your Health Care, But Health Care Is Bad for Trump

Trump's GOP seeks to distance the 2025 budget from healthcare issues to avoid repeat failures seen in 2017.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Republicans aren't coming CLOSE to cutting Medicaid as much as America actually needs

Republicans are anxious about Medicaid spending growth, yet it remains significantly higher than necessary, amid ongoing debates about reform and coverage.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Facing self-imposed budget cuts, Republicans in Congress mull the future of Medicaid

Medicaid cuts are a politically risky move for Republicans as it endangers healthcare for millions.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Jasmine Crockett shreds GOP's obsession with trans people over American problems with 'Trump or trans' game

Jasmine Crockett challenges GOP focus on transgender issues over pressing concerns affecting thousands of children in the U.S. during a House hearing.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 weeks ago

Trump Is Bad for Your Health Care, But Health Care Is Bad for Trump

Trump's GOP seeks to distance the 2025 budget from healthcare issues to avoid repeat failures seen in 2017.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Republicans aren't coming CLOSE to cutting Medicaid as much as America actually needs

Republicans are anxious about Medicaid spending growth, yet it remains significantly higher than necessary, amid ongoing debates about reform and coverage.
#health-insurance
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal, California's Medicaid program, is under threat from proposed GOP budget cuts amidst rising costs and increasing enrollment.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal supports 15 million Californians, but faces funding and political challenges due to potential federal budget cuts.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Why Medicaid work requirements place extra burdens on low-income families

The House passed a bill aimed at reducing Medicaid spending with controversial work requirements for recipients.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal, California's Medicaid program, is under threat from proposed GOP budget cuts amidst rising costs and increasing enrollment.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal supports 15 million Californians, but faces funding and political challenges due to potential federal budget cuts.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Why Medicaid work requirements place extra burdens on low-income families

The House passed a bill aimed at reducing Medicaid spending with controversial work requirements for recipients.
#snap
fromNew York Magazine
1 week ago
SF politics

GOP's SNAP Cuts Are Worse Than Its Medicaid Cuts

Medicaid and SNAP cuts in the Republican bill threaten food security and healthcare for millions.
fromEater
6 days ago
US politics

Cutting Food Stamps Isn't Just Cruel, It's Also Bad Economic Policy

House Republicans passed a bill enforcing severe cuts to Medicaid and SNAP that would negatively impact low-income Americans and the economy.
NYC politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

House Democrats Launch Effort to Shield Medicaid and SNAP From GOP Cuts

House Democrats are launching a petition to block proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP by Republicans.
fromEater
6 days ago
US politics

Cutting Food Stamps Isn't Just Cruel, It's Also Bad Economic Policy

#budget-cuts
NYC politics
fromABC7 New York
1 month ago

House Minority Leader Jeffries, NJ Sen. Booker begin sit-in protest on Capitol steps

Congressmen Jeffries and Booker protest budget cuts that threaten vulnerable programs and families.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

GOP Suggests Major Changes to Medicaid

House Republicans propose $880 billion cuts to Medicaid and other healthcare programs, facing resistance from within their ranks and strong backlash from Democrats.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

These are the Americans who could be most affected by the GOP's planned changes to Medicaid

Proposed Medicaid funding cuts could severely impact children, low-income millennials, and residents of certain states, reducing their access to essential healthcare services.
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trump Budget Is "A Mugging Conducted by the 1 Percent Against the Rest of Us"

The budget legislation proposes unprecedented cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and food assistance, while giving tax breaks to the wealthy.
The bill passed with minimal support and highlights a significant partisan divide.
Healthcare
fromkffhealthnews.org
3 weeks ago

Government watchdog expects Medicaid work requirement analysis by fall

The GAO is evaluating costs of Medicaid work requirements, which gain traction as Congress seeks significant cuts to the program.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Bishop William Barber: GOP Budget Is a Form of Social and Political Murder

The budget bill is criticized for severely cutting essential services for low-income populations, impacting health care for millions.
NYC politics
fromABC7 New York
1 month ago

House Minority Leader Jeffries, NJ Sen. Booker begin sit-in protest on Capitol steps

Congressmen Jeffries and Booker protest budget cuts that threaten vulnerable programs and families.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 weeks ago

GOP Suggests Major Changes to Medicaid

House Republicans propose $880 billion cuts to Medicaid and other healthcare programs, facing resistance from within their ranks and strong backlash from Democrats.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

These are the Americans who could be most affected by the GOP's planned changes to Medicaid

Proposed Medicaid funding cuts could severely impact children, low-income millennials, and residents of certain states, reducing their access to essential healthcare services.
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trump Budget Is "A Mugging Conducted by the 1 Percent Against the Rest of Us"

The budget legislation proposes unprecedented cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and food assistance, while giving tax breaks to the wealthy.
The bill passed with minimal support and highlights a significant partisan divide.
Healthcare
fromkffhealthnews.org
3 weeks ago

Government watchdog expects Medicaid work requirement analysis by fall

The GAO is evaluating costs of Medicaid work requirements, which gain traction as Congress seeks significant cuts to the program.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Bishop William Barber: GOP Budget Is a Form of Social and Political Murder

The budget bill is criticized for severely cutting essential services for low-income populations, impacting health care for millions.
#healthcare-access
Retirement
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Living Holders of Millions of Social Security Numbers Have Been Marked as Dead

Increased cases of living individuals wrongly marked as deceased by Social Security pose significant challenges to their financial stability.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
6 days ago

Talking Headways Podcast: When You Don't Really Need an Ambulance - Streetsblog USA

Non-emergency medical transportation funded by Medicaid is vital for ensuring healthcare access and can impact overall health outcomes.
Retirement
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Living Holders of Millions of Social Security Numbers Have Been Marked as Dead

Increased cases of living individuals wrongly marked as deceased by Social Security pose significant challenges to their financial stability.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
6 days ago

Talking Headways Podcast: When You Don't Really Need an Ambulance - Streetsblog USA

Non-emergency medical transportation funded by Medicaid is vital for ensuring healthcare access and can impact overall health outcomes.
#health-care
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
1 month ago

School-based health centers in New York face uncertain future amid payment overhaul

School-based health centers are vital for providing accessible health care to underserved students in New York.
Healthcare
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

A fifth of Americans are on Medicaid. Some of them have no idea

Many Americans on Medicaid are unaware their insurance is from the program due to varying state names and private insurance involvement.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

States push Medicaid work rules, but few programs help enrollees find jobs

Medicaid can provide essential support in helping individuals gain employment and stability, but such cases are uncommon.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

GOP Congressman Slips Up by Talking About Medicaid Cuts, Uh, Medicaid Reforms, I Should Say'

House Republicans plan Medicaid reforms signaling potential cuts, despite earlier assurances.
10.3 million Americans risk losing Medicaid under proposed spending bill reforms.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" Redistributes Wealth From the Poor to the Rich

CBO estimates indicate significant health care coverage loss and wealth redistribution favoring the wealthy due to impending legislative changes.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

States try to revive Medicaid work requirements, worrying some low-income Americans

Proposals to mandate work for Medicaid recipients raise concerns about healthcare access for low-income individuals and those with disabilities.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
1 month ago

School-based health centers in New York face uncertain future amid payment overhaul

School-based health centers are vital for providing accessible health care to underserved students in New York.
Healthcare
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

A fifth of Americans are on Medicaid. Some of them have no idea

Many Americans on Medicaid are unaware their insurance is from the program due to varying state names and private insurance involvement.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

States push Medicaid work rules, but few programs help enrollees find jobs

Medicaid can provide essential support in helping individuals gain employment and stability, but such cases are uncommon.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

GOP Congressman Slips Up by Talking About Medicaid Cuts, Uh, Medicaid Reforms, I Should Say'

House Republicans plan Medicaid reforms signaling potential cuts, despite earlier assurances.
10.3 million Americans risk losing Medicaid under proposed spending bill reforms.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" Redistributes Wealth From the Poor to the Rich

CBO estimates indicate significant health care coverage loss and wealth redistribution favoring the wealthy due to impending legislative changes.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

States try to revive Medicaid work requirements, worrying some low-income Americans

Proposals to mandate work for Medicaid recipients raise concerns about healthcare access for low-income individuals and those with disabilities.
#legislation
US politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

They've Passed a Budget Plan, Now the Hard Part Begins for Republicans

Republicans have passed a budget plan, but crafting the final legislation with necessary spending cuts poses significant challenges.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Right-Wing Hard-liners Pull Power Play on Trump's Big Beautiful Bill

Trump demands Republican unity behind a tax and spending bill to address Medicaid, while some House Freedom Caucus members block it over concerns on spending cuts.
fromKqed
1 week ago
California

California Medicaid Recipients In GOP District See Potential Cuts As A "Disaster" | KQED

fromNew York Post
1 week ago
SF politics

Mike Johnson courts fiscal hawks to get Trump's 'big beautiful bill' back on track after Friday setback

US politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

They've Passed a Budget Plan, Now the Hard Part Begins for Republicans

Republicans have passed a budget plan, but crafting the final legislation with necessary spending cuts poses significant challenges.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Right-Wing Hard-liners Pull Power Play on Trump's Big Beautiful Bill

Trump demands Republican unity behind a tax and spending bill to address Medicaid, while some House Freedom Caucus members block it over concerns on spending cuts.
fromKqed
1 week ago
California

California Medicaid Recipients In GOP District See Potential Cuts As A "Disaster" | KQED

fromNew York Post
1 week ago
SF politics

Mike Johnson courts fiscal hawks to get Trump's 'big beautiful bill' back on track after Friday setback

NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 days ago

Praising House bill, Rep. Malliotakis says it will 'fulfill our commitment to America'

The House Reconciliation Bill aims to provide significant tax relief and support for senior citizens and working families.
#tax-cuts
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

BREAKING: Trump's Big Beautiful Bill' Passes House by Just One Vote

House Republicans narrowly passed Trump's fiscal package amidst intra-party dissent and Democratic opposition.
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

3 in 4 Americans Oppose GOP Gutting Medicaid to Fund Tax Cuts for the Rich

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

BREAKING: Trump's Big Beautiful Bill' Passes House by Just One Vote

House Republicans narrowly passed Trump's fiscal package amidst intra-party dissent and Democratic opposition.
US politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

The "Oligarch's Budget" Wages War on Poor Americans

The recent budget bill exemplifies a significant wealth transfer from low-income Americans to the wealthy with massive cuts to social programs.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

US House passes Donald Trump's tax cut and spending bill DW 05/22/2025

Trump's tax cut and spending bill passes in the House, facing opposition from Democrats and some Republicans.
Legislation extends previous tax cuts while reducing Medicaid funding.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

3 in 4 Americans Oppose GOP Gutting Medicaid to Fund Tax Cuts for the Rich

Majority of Americans oppose cuts to health programs like Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security.
#healthcare-crisis
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
6 days ago

I'm a Brooklyn ER Doctor And Lives Are on The Line

Proposed cuts to Medicaid threaten lives and destabilize essential healthcare services for millions, especially vulnerable populations.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

Hochul's homecare program havoc leaves thousands of workers unpaid as federal court steps in

Gov. Hochul's Medicaid overhaul is causing significant issues for homecare workers and patients, leading to pay delays and care disruptions.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
6 days ago

I'm a Brooklyn ER Doctor And Lives Are on The Line

Proposed cuts to Medicaid threaten lives and destabilize essential healthcare services for millions, especially vulnerable populations.
#republicans
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

CBO Report Finds Millions of Enrollees Would Be Dropped From Medicaid Under Proposed GOP Cuts

Major cuts to Medicaid proposed by Republicans could result in over 5.5 million enrollees losing access to crucial health care coverage.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

CBO Report Finds Millions of Enrollees Would Be Dropped From Medicaid Under Proposed GOP Cuts

Major cuts to Medicaid proposed by Republicans could result in over 5.5 million enrollees losing access to crucial health care coverage.
#federal-budget-cuts
Mental health
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

CA's Big Plans to Improve Mental Health Threatened by Possible Medicaid Cuts

California's behavioral health reforms face threats from proposed federal Medicaid spending cuts.
Healthcare
fromtheconversation.com
1 week ago

The Very Real Health Implications of Medicaid Cuts for Older People

Cuts to Medicaid could severely impact millions of low-income Americans and those with disabilities, leading to health care access issues.
Mental health
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

CA's Big Plans to Improve Mental Health Threatened by Possible Medicaid Cuts

California's behavioral health reforms face threats from proposed federal Medicaid spending cuts.
Healthcare
fromtheconversation.com
1 week ago

The Very Real Health Implications of Medicaid Cuts for Older People

Cuts to Medicaid could severely impact millions of low-income Americans and those with disabilities, leading to health care access issues.
#politics
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

A Silicon Valley Democrat takes town halls to enemy territory but will it peel off any GOP votes in Congress?

Ro Khanna is engaging with Republican constituents in their districts to oppose proposed Medicaid cuts and to bolster the Democratic Party's strategy for 2028.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Most California Republican Voters Still Confident In Trump Administration | KQED

SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

A Silicon Valley Democrat takes town halls to enemy territory but will it peel off any GOP votes in Congress?

Ro Khanna is engaging with Republican constituents in their districts to oppose proposed Medicaid cuts and to bolster the Democratic Party's strategy for 2028.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Most California Republican Voters Still Confident In Trump Administration | KQED

#republican-party
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

A Medicaid Cut in Disguise

Proposed work requirements threaten to strip Medicaid from millions, portraying them as laziness, despite evidence showing only a small percentage are jobless adults.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

A Medicaid Cut in Disguise

Proposed work requirements threaten to strip Medicaid from millions, portraying them as laziness, despite evidence showing only a small percentage are jobless adults.
SF politics
fromtime.com
1 week ago

How the GOP Tax Bill Still Leaves Blue States Picking Up the Check

Republican disagreements over SALT cap and Medicaid funding threaten Trump's spending bill's passage amid urgent deliberations.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Koch-Funded Group Authored House GOP Letter Demanding Medicaid Cuts

Paragon Health Institute's president authored a letter supporting Medicaid cuts, revealing ties to the Koch network in a GOP campaign.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Progressive era is over, NY's leaky mega-budget and other commentary

The progressive era is ending, marked by a backlash against cultural leftism and challenges in liberal governance.
#healthcare-reform
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

New York's outrageous Medicaid spending needs a reset by Trump and the GOP Congress

Gov. Hochul's Medicaid reform could jeopardize homecare workers and vulnerable citizens amid rising costs and blame on federal funding cuts.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

House Republicans unveil $900B in spending cuts for Trump's 'big beautiful' bill, escalating messy Medicaid fight

House Republicans propose $900 billion spending cuts primarily targeting Medicaid and climate initiatives to support Trump's agenda.
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

The History of California's Medicaid Program Exposes the Dangers of Slashing Funding

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

New York's outrageous Medicaid spending needs a reset by Trump and the GOP Congress

Gov. Hochul's Medicaid reform could jeopardize homecare workers and vulnerable citizens amid rising costs and blame on federal funding cuts.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

House Republicans unveil $900B in spending cuts for Trump's 'big beautiful' bill, escalating messy Medicaid fight

House Republicans propose $900 billion spending cuts primarily targeting Medicaid and climate initiatives to support Trump's agenda.
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

The History of California's Medicaid Program Exposes the Dangers of Slashing Funding

#autism-research
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr. Says Autism Database Will Use Medicare and Medicaid Records

36% of Americans are enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid, risking sensitive data exposure amid new autism research initiatives.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr. Says Autism Database Will Use Medicare and Medicaid Records

36% of Americans are enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid, risking sensitive data exposure amid new autism research initiatives.
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Medicaid payments barely keep hospital mental health units afloat. Federal cuts could sink them

Spencer Hospital pledges to keep its psychiatric unit open despite financial losses, amid fears of Medicaid funding cuts impacting mental health care access.
fromMedCity News
3 weeks ago

What Is the Economic Impact of Medicaid Work Requirements? - MedCity News

The report warns that proposed Medicaid work requirements could lead to millions losing coverage, significant job losses, and ultimately fail to boost employment.
Healthcare
#health-policy
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

HHS to build Medicare, Medicaid database on autism, other chronic illnesses

HHS launches pilot program to utilize Medicare and Medicaid data in researching autism, amid concerns from advocacy groups over privacy and data use.
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

HHS to build Medicare, Medicaid database on autism, other chronic illnesses

HHS launches pilot program to utilize Medicare and Medicaid data in researching autism, amid concerns from advocacy groups over privacy and data use.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Bracing for federal cuts, Santa Clara County executive pulls millions in federal funds out of the upcoming budget

Santa Clara County is proactively managing its budget in anticipation of potential federal funding cuts to social services.
#ron-desantis
SF politics
fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago

Ron DeSantis Under Scrutiny After 10 Million in State Funds Was Used in Political Campaign

Ron DeSantis is embroiled in a scandal involving a $10 million payment linked to his political campaign efforts against marijuana legalization.
SF politics
fromwww.esquire.com
4 weeks ago

Ron DeSantis Under Scrutiny After 10 Million in State Funds Was Used in Political Campaign

Ron DeSantis is embroiled in a scandal involving a $10 million payment linked to his political campaign efforts against marijuana legalization.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Gov. Hochul has only herself to blame for NY's looming Medicaid crisis

Gov. Kathy Hochul is criticized for deflecting blame for New York's Medicaid cost issues instead of addressing them directly.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

The Real Reason Politicians Blame Video Games For Society's Most Difficult Issues

Blaming video games for societal issues is a longstanding tactic that obscures the actual causes of such problems.
Healthcare
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 month ago

Supreme Court Considers Whether States May Prevent People Covered by Medicaid from Choosing Planned Parenthood as Their Healthcare Provider - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The Supreme Court is considering if Medicaid recipients have the legal right to choose their healthcare providers.
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