Trump's budget proposal may cut Medicaid funding

House Republicans have approved a budget proposal that includes $880 billion in cuts, which could impact Medicaid, a program relied on by over 72 million Americans. Despite Trump's pledge to protect Medicaid, the proposed cuts raise concerns among some lawmakers. Steve Bannon, a Trump ally, cautioned against cutting Medicaid, emphasizing its popularity among Trump's supporters. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has introduced an amendment to prevent any Medicaid cuts while extending tax cuts for the wealthy. While Trump insists he will not cut Medicaid, the Congressional Budget Office suggests achieving the proposed savings would likely require reductions to major programs. Some Republicans are advocating for increased work requirements for Medicaid recipients instead of direct cuts.