Health
Medicaid Cuts Impact Lawfully Present Immigrants
Hundreds of thousands of lawfully present immigrants could lose Medicaid coverage due to healthcare cuts in a GOP budget bill. A Republican congressman is defending his vote for these cuts, while KFF Health News highlights the impact on enrollees and resources available.
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KFF Health News
Hundreds of thousands of lawfully present immigrants could lose government health coverage. This change stems from healthcare cuts in a GOP budget law. KFF Health News’ Andrew Jones tells WAMU’s “Health Hub” which Medicaid enrollees are affected and shares resources for newly uninsured people in the
2026-10-23 09:00 UTC
KFF Health News
In a race that could help decide control of Congress, Republican U.S. Rep. David Valadao is trying to hold on to his swing-district seat. The congressman didn’t mention healthcare at a recent campaign rally in Bakersfield, but voters can't stop talking about it.
2026-10-23 09:00 UTC
KFF Health News
As open enrollment for Affordable Care Act health insurance kicks off, consumers face rising premiums, additional identity checks, and fewer brokers.
2026-10-23 09:00 UTC