House Republicans Face Backlash Over Proposed $800 Billion Medicaid Cuts

The GOP budget plan, supported by Rep. Mark Alford, seeks significant Medicaid reductions, sparking heated debates and constituent protests.

House Republicans are set to vote on a budget proposal that includes $800 billion in Medicaid cuts over the next decade, raising concerns about its impact on millions of Americans.
Rep. Mark Alford of Missouri has voiced support for Medicaid 'savings,' citing waste, fraud, and abuse in the program, while denying intentions to harm vulnerable populations.
Alford faced heated criticism during a town hall meeting, where constituents and recently fired federal workers expressed anger over proposed cuts and Elon Musk's role in federal cost-cutting efforts.
President Donald Trump has not fully endorsed the Medicaid cuts, despite his administration's push for government downsizing through the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk.
Some Republicans, particularly those representing vulnerable communities, are urging House Speaker Mike Johnson to reconsider the scale of Medicaid reductions amid fears of widespread backlash.