The Senate pushes forward a large tax cut and spending bill with significant Medicaid cuts and a projected $3.3 trillion debt increase over 10 years, amid internal GOP opposition and policy debates.
The Senate parliamentarian's disallowance of Medicaid cuts in the GOP tax bill complicates Republican budget plans, affecting Medicaid financing and federal health care policy.
Senate Republicans advance aggressive Medicaid cuts for low-income and disabled populations while sparing Medicare Advantage insurers, impacting health insurance markets.
The Trump administration signals readiness to revise Medicare if Senate uncovers fraud, while denying plans for cuts. Medicaid cuts remain a focal budget concern amid Senate review.
