Jan 13, 2025 · During the first Trump term, federal courts ruled that Medicaid law doesn't allow coverage to be conditioned on enrollees' working or seeking jobs. But the GOP may try again.

Jan 29, 2025 · The Trump administration’s freeze on federal grants sparked chaos and confusion at state Medicaid agencies on Tuesday.. Although the White House insisted that Medicaid, which provides health ...

Jan 28, 2025 · States and the nation’s health industry were thrown into disarray after the Trump administration ordered Monday that the government freeze nearly all federal grants at 5 p.m. ET Tuesday, a sweeping directive that at least initially appeared to include funding for Medicaid, the state-federal health insurance program that covers more than 70 million Americans.

Jan 28, 2025 · The Trump administration's pause on federal grants has the potential to implicate nearly all government agencies. So far, experts say it's uncertain how Medicaid funding could be disrupted by the ...

Nov 14, 2024 · With support of Congress, Trump could enact foundational changes to the program that serves 1 in 5 Americans and is the primary payer for long-term care in in the United States.

Jan 31, 2025 · Medicaid is under review during the Trump administration's freeze on federal grants. Republican leaders are reportedly eyeing Medicaid as a major target in their plan to cut more than $5 trillion ...

Jan 13, 2025 · Trump has said he wants to drastically cut government spending, which may be necessary for Republicans to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire at the end of this year. Trump made little mention of Medicaid during the 2024 campaign.

Jan 13, 2025 · With Trump taking Medicare, Social Security and defense off the table, Medicaid is the biggest remaining source for potential savings. GOP members of Congress are exploring cuts that could range as...

Nov 8, 2024 · With former President Donald Trump returning to the White House, advocates say they are bracing for his administration to push major changes to Medicaid and other programs that people with disabilities rely on.

Nov 14, 2024 · Although Trump has not explicitly outlined his plans for Medicaid, some suspect he may try to slash funding. 72.4 million people were enrolled in Medicaid as of July, according to the program’s most recent report.