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Republicans at odds over how to cut Medicaid to pay for tax cuts

Last updated: May 7, 2025 9:44 am
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As Republican lawmakers grapple with the task of finding significant savings in Medicaid to fund tax cut extensions, they are facing obstacles in their efforts to overhaul the program. While waste, fraud, and abuse have traditionally been the focus of cost-cutting measures, some lawmakers are now considering a more controversial approach: reevaluating the eligibility criteria for Medicaid recipients.

With President Trump setting a deadline for identifying hundreds of billions of dollars in savings, lawmakers are exploring the idea of narrowing the scope of Medicaid to its original intent. This would mean refocusing the program on serving the most vulnerable populations, such as the aged, blind, disabled, mothers, and children.

Representative Buddy Carter of Georgia, a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee tasked with finding Medicaid savings, emphasized the importance of ensuring that Medicaid remains targeted towards those in need. He argued that the program has expanded to cover healthy adults with lower incomes, straying from its initial purpose.

However, the push to redefine Medicaid eligibility is facing pushback from various stakeholders. Critics argue that limiting access to Medicaid for healthy adults could have detrimental effects on public health and exacerbate existing disparities in healthcare access. They caution against restricting eligibility based solely on income status, as this could leave many vulnerable individuals without essential healthcare coverage.

As discussions continue within Congress on how to achieve the required savings in Medicaid, it remains to be seen whether efforts to redefine eligibility criteria will gain traction. The debate highlights the complex and challenging nature of healthcare reform, particularly when it comes to balancing fiscal responsibility with ensuring access to vital healthcare services for those in need.

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In conclusion, the ongoing efforts to find savings in Medicaid are raising important questions about the future of the program and who it should serve. As lawmakers navigate these challenges, it is crucial to prioritize the well-being of vulnerable populations and consider the potential impact of any changes to Medicaid eligibility criteria.

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