Consider This from NPR Why a GOP senator says the budget bill breaks Trump's promise
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Jun 30, 2025 Senate Republicans grapple with a budget bill that could slash Medicaid funding, potentially affecting millions. A Republican senator highlights the dilemma of breaking promises made by a former president on healthcare. The impact on rural communities is dire, with fears of hospital closures and increasing travel distances for patients. Experts discuss the inadequate funding solutions for rural hospitals and the broader implications for healthcare access. The conversation reveals deep concern about the future of healthcare in vulnerable areas.
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Medicaid Cuts Break Trump’s Promise
- The Senate GOP budget bill makes permanent Trump's tax cuts but also cuts Medicaid spending significantly.
- This conflicts with Trump's repeated promise not to cut Medicaid, Medicare, or Social Security programs.
Senator Tillis Critiques Medicaid Cuts
- The Senate bill's Medicaid cuts could cause nearly 12 million people to lose insurance.
- Republican Senator Thom Tillis criticized the bill for breaking promises and warned about its impact on Medicaid recipients.
Rural Hospital CEO’s Concern
- A rural hospital CEO in Colorado expressed concerns that the proposed rural transformation fund won't be sufficient.
- He noted that the $25 billion fund won't offset the large cuts coming to Medicaid in rural areas.