Senate Democrats Challenge Republicans on Medicaid Cuts

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Democrats are planning to make Republicans in the Senate go on the record on Medicaid during Thursday evening's 'Vote-a-Rama' as potential cuts to the program become a sore point in budget discussions. Senator Tammy Baldwin is introducing amendments to protect Medicaid access and funding for various groups. Senate Democrats are lining up numerous amendment votes to challenge Republicans on tax cuts and Medicaid cuts.

Key Points

  • Democrats planning to make Republicans go on the record on Medicaid cuts
  • Senator Tammy Baldwin introducing amendments to protect Medicaid funding
  • Senate Democrats challenging Republicans on tax cuts and Medicaid cuts

Pros

  • Protecting Medicaid access and funding for various groups
  • Challenging Republicans on tax cuts and Medicaid cuts

Cons

  • Potential discomfort for Senate Republicans during amendment votes