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GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid. Some experts say it won't work.
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the ...
Senate GOP to impose tougher curbs on states inflating Medicaid payments
The Senate version of the 2026 budget mega bill is expected to be more aggressive on provider taxes than the House version.
Trump signals uncertainty over whether he will support GOP senator's push to boost the minimum wage
President Trump expresses uncertainty about Sen. Josh Hawley's bipartisan proposal to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to ...
As GOP pushes spending cuts, many say Medicaid and food stamps are underfunded: AP-NORC poll
As Republican senators consider President Donald Trump’s big bill that could slash federal spending and extend tax cuts, a ...
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Proposed Medicaid cuts could be a big problem for Louisiana's budget, officials say
State Senate President Cameron Henry said he’s worried Louisiana won’t be able to cover the losses should Congress ratchet ...
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Back from DC, Michigan GOP leader backs Medicaid, food assistance cuts
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall ‘very supportive’ of federal proposals to curb federal spending on health and food ...