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How 7 states could thwart GOP plans to overhaul Medicaid

Last updated: February 27, 2025 9:31 pm
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Republicans are facing a nationwide backlash over the fate of Medicaid, with potential program cuts posing a significant threat in seven conservative-leaning states where voters have recently expanded the entitlement. This issue has become more pressing as Republicans seek savings to fund proposed tax cuts.

Senator Mike Rounds of South Dakota, where over 24,000 people have enrolled in Medicaid since voters expanded the program in 2022, has been vocal against his party’s proposals to reduce federal funding for the program. He believes such measures are not cost-cutting but rather a cost transfer that should involve state input.

Similar skepticism exists in red and purple states like Idaho, Nebraska, Maine, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Utah, where Medicaid expansion initiatives have been supported by voters. President Trump’s mixed signals to Congress on Medicaid cuts reflect awareness of the political risks involved.

States like Florida are considering Medicaid expansion, highlighting the program’s popularity even in conservative states. Polls show that cutting Medicaid is unpopular among voters, regardless of political affiliation.

Coalitions in states that passed Medicaid expansion initiatives are mobilizing to defend the program, utilizing tactics used during the fight to preserve the Affordable Care Act. Lawmakers from expansion states are wary of the backlash they may face if Medicaid is cut, with some senators like Josh Hawley and Susan Collins opposing severe cuts.

The politics are complex for representatives of rural states where Medicaid is crucial for hospitals and residents. In Idaho, for instance, Medicaid expansion has extended coverage to thousands, but potential federal funding cuts could jeopardize the program. Some Republicans, like Senator James Lankford, downplay concerns about Medicaid cuts, focusing on fraud prevention instead.

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Utah Senator John Curtis supports fiscal responsibility over Medicaid expansion, citing the state’s trigger law to end expansion if federal funds decline. Despite Medicaid enrollment growing in Utah, Curtis believes in the state’s fiscal prudence.

In conclusion, the debate over Medicaid cuts in conservative-leaning states underscores the challenges faced by Republicans in balancing budget priorities and public health needs. The pushback from voters and advocacy groups in these states highlights the importance of Medicaid as a safety net for low-income individuals and the need for thoughtful policymaking to ensure continued access to healthcare.

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