1. United States
2. Kan.
3. Letter

House Republicans have proposed $880 billion in Medicaid cuts to help fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks, primarily benefiting the wealthiest Americans. This plan would leave millions without healthcare, including children, seniors, and people with disabilities. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that 8.6 million people could lose coverage over the next decade due to these cuts (AP News, May 2025). These reductions would undermine Medicaid’s role as a safety net for low-income Americans, forcing states to limit coverage and services. Hospitals, especially in rural areas, could face financial strain, leading to closures and reduced access to care. The burden would fall hardest on vulnerable populations who rely on Medicaid for essential health services. Meanwhile, the proposed tax breaks would disproportionately benefit the top 1% of earners, exacerbating income inequality. This approach prioritizes the wealthy over the health and well-being of ordinary Americans, contradicting the principles of fairness and shared responsibility. I urge you to oppose these Medicaid cuts and protect the healthcare of millions of Americans. Ensuring access to affordable healthcare should be a priority, not sacrificing it for tax breaks for the wealthy.