On Point | Podcast The GOP's plan for the future of Medicaid
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Feb 25, 2025 Scott McFarlane, a Congressional correspondent at CBS News, and Megan Cole-Brahim, co-director of Boston University's Medicaid Policy Lab, tackle the looming cuts to Medicaid impacting 72 million Americans. They explore the political motivations behind the proposed budget cuts and the internal divisions among Republicans. The consequences for vulnerable populations are dissected, along with historical contexts and future ramifications. They highlight the balance between fiscal responsibility and essential health care access, stressing the urgent need for reform.
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Medicaid Cuts Rationale
- House Republicans propose Medicaid cuts to fund Trump's agenda, including tax cuts and border security.
- Speaker Mike Johnson cites Medicaid's rising costs and alleged waste as justification.
Listener Fears Medicaid Cuts
- On Point listener Lane Russell fears losing Medicaid after a liver transplant.
- She expresses concern for her children's future, highlighting the program's importance for her survival.
Political Risks of Medicaid Cuts
- Cutting Medicaid is politically risky due to its popularity and importance to many Americans.
- Republicans aim to cut costs to fund other priorities without increasing the deficit, but face challenges in finding sufficient savings.