As GOP hardliners continue to push for deeper cuts into Medicaid to advance Donald Trump's tax and border agenda, swing-district Republicans are cautioning the president that such actions could result in losing control of the House.
Some GOP lawmakers have directly advised Trump against accepting major cuts to Medicaid and other benefit programs, emphasizing the potential negative impact on everyday Americans. They stress that while they are open to making cuts, slashing essential programs could lead to losing the majority in two years.
The battle between ultra conservatives and swing-district members over spending cuts is intensifying, with Trump's ability to pass his agenda through a closely divided Congress hanging in the balance. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson are also involved in determining the extent of spending reductions on costly programs like Medicaid and gauging the political fallout they are willing to face.
House GOP leaders are working diligently to gain clarity on the willingness of their conference and the White House to make significant cuts. The decision on how deeply to slash spending on popular yet expensive programs remains uncertain, as discussions continue over the potential political ramifications of such actions.
