Rep. David Valadao and other vulnerable Republicans are facing a significant vote on a budget plan that may reduce Medicaid funding, significantly impacting constituents in his largely Latino district. Medi-Cal, the California version of Medicaid, serves about 15 million residents, with two-thirds in Valadao's area benefiting from the program. Experts warn that cuts could have severe effects on California's healthcare system and that such measures could be a politically potent issue for Democrats in the 2026 elections, creating challenges for swing-district Republicans like Valadao.
Worried Republicans are rallying against potential Medicaid cuts, with Valadao joining other House Republicans urging leadership to recognize the far-reaching consequences these changes could have on healthcare.
Kyle Kondik highlighted that cuts to Medicaid could provide a potent campaign message for Democrats, especially in districts represented by vulnerable Republicans such as Valadao.
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