CNN 5 Things Steeper Medicaid cuts, firefighter ambush suspect named, gas prices & more
Jun 30, 2025
Medicaid faces steep cuts if a new domestic policy bill passes. A suspect involved in a tragic firefighter ambush in Idaho has been identified. Excitingly, a crowdsourced app now alerts users to nearby ICE sightings, stirring debate. Meanwhile, hurricane forecasters risk losing access to essential satellite data, raising safety concerns. On a brighter note, drivers can celebrate lower gas prices just in time for the holiday weekend.
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Harsh Medicaid Cuts Ahead
- The Senate's bill proposes historic Medicaid cuts leaving 11.8 million more uninsured by 2034.
- It cuts $930 billion in Medicaid over a decade and enforces stricter work requirements.
Firefighter Ambush Suspect Identified
- The Idaho firefighter ambush suspect, Wes Rowley, allegedly set a brush fire then shot firefighters.
- Officials investigate if he had anti-law enforcement motives or local conflicts.
App Alerts ICE Sightings
- The IceBlock app alerts users of nearby ICE sightings to help them avoid deportations.
- ICE criticizes it, claiming it endangers federal agents amid increased assaults.