President Donald Trump’s budget officer downplays concerns among Republican senators about the megabill’s impact on the budget deficit and potential Medicaid cuts.
OMB Director Russ Vought assures senators of the bill’s specifics and potential Senate support, despite objections from some Republicans.
Concerns Over Medicaid Cuts
Senators like Josh Hawley, Lisa Murkowski, and Susan Collins express discomfort over potential Medicaid cuts in the megabill, despite earlier promises of no cuts by Trump.
A Congressional Budget Office report warns of possible coverage loss if Medicaid portions of the bill proceed.
Denial of Attack on Safety Net
Vought denies claims that the bill attacks social safety net programs, emphasizing improvements in program efficiency and common-sense reforms.
He defends the bill’s provisions, highlighting issues like improper Medicaid spending and lack of work requirements for some beneficiaries.
State Perspectives
Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia criticizes the bill, citing the state’s experience with a work requirement program and its limited success.
Deficit concerns raised by Sen. Ron Johnson and Elon Musk prompt debates on the bill’s impact on the national debt and economy.
Debt and Deficit Debate
Johnson and Musk express worries about the bill’s financial implications, contrasting with Vought’s claims of deficit reduction.
Despite opposition, Vought maintains the bill’s benefits and reduction of the deficit.
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