Medicaid Overhaul and Political Tensions

This chapter explores the proposed changes to Medicaid, focusing on work requirements and their potential impact on healthcare access for millions. It discusses dissent among Republican senators and their concerns over rural hospital closures, as well as the influence of Trump on party dynamics. The chapter also examines the financial implications of the legislation, including a $3.3 trillion addition to the national debt, and highlights the challenges in uniting different factions within the Republican Party.