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California Governor Defends Medicaid Spending on Social Services
Governor Gavin Newsom faces Republican criticism over California’s use of Medicaid funds for social services. Despite the controversy, Newsom stands by his holistic approach to healthcare, emphasizing support for the state's most vulnerable populations.
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KFF Health News
Republicans say California’s use of Medicaid money for social services amounts to waste, fraud, and abuse. But even as Gov. Gavin Newsom voices concern about losing funding, he says he’s proud of the state’s holistic approach to caring for its sickest and most expensive patients.
2026-07-13 09:00 UTC