Bannon Warns Trump Against Medicaid Cuts Amid Proposed Budget Slashes

Steve Bannon advises President Trump against cutting Medicaid amidst proposed budget cuts from House Republicans. The budget includes a staggering $880 billion in reductions, raising concerns from Democrats and some conservatives about the potential impact on the 72 million Americans relying on Medicaid. Politically, Medicaid is viewed as a 'third-rail' issue due to its popularity, with stakeholders cautioning on the repercussions of altering it. Bannon warns that many of Trump’s supporters rely on Medicaid, suggesting any cuts could alienate that base. Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer proposed an amendment to protect Medicaid funding from cuts, reflecting bipartisan concerns over the implications of the proposed budget cuts on social health programs.