Luján Statement on Congressional Republicans Pushing Largest Medicaid Cut In History, Kicking Millions Off SNAP and Nutrition Programs

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House Committees Meeting This Week to Advance Tax Scam, Gut Medicaid and Nutrition Programs

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on Congressional Republicans advancing a reconciliation bill that would strip millions of Americans of their health insurance and access to vital nutrition programs:

“Congressional Republicans are moving forward this week with the Trump Tax Scam 2.0 – and in the process, they’re kicking millions off their health insurance, gutting vital nutrition assistance, and putting the health and well-being of the most vulnerable Americans at risk. All of this is being done to pass yet another tax scam for the wealthiest Americans and corporate interests.

“This plan raises costs for families and rips opportunities away. From seniors in nursing homes and children in school meal programs, to veterans needing care, these drastic cuts will leave Americans behind. This playbook isn’t new – and once again, it’s hardworking Americans who will pay the price. Democrats will fight back to protect Medicaid, SNAP, and the dignity that all Americans deserve.”

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