Biden administration may have targeted red states for Medicaid audits

An investigation found that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) targeted red states, such as Florida, Texas, and Missouri, for audits regarding the improper use of Medicaid dollars. The investigation uncovered emails showing an unequal application of scrutiny, with CMS officials specifically focusing on Florida. This raises concerns about potential politicization and weaponization of the audits, especially since Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida is a rising Republican nominee for president. Florida and Texas are now suing CMS to halt their oversight.