Minnesota's free health care program for illegal aliens is facing budget cuts due to massive cost overruns, sparking a heated debate between Democrats and Republicans in the state legislature.
Key Points
Program experienced unplanned and unsustainable growth in spending
Enrollment exceeded predictions by more than 20,000 individuals
Democrats fighting to maintain the program despite budget challenges
Pros
Provided free health care to illegal aliens in Minnesota
Cons
Massive cost overruns leading to budget cuts
Disagreement between Democrats and Republicans on the program