CNN host puts Republican in a corner over changing Medicaid 'eligibility'

CNN host puts Republican in a corner over changing Medicaid 'eligibility'

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) is one of three Republicans who won districts where former Vice President Kamala Harris also won in 2024. Now he's being forced to defend cuts to Medicaid using political spin. Speaking to CNN's Dana Bash, Lawler tried to claim that there weren't going to be Medicaid cuts b...

Alaska Lawmakers Clash Over New Work Rules

Key Takeaways – Alaska Senator won state exceptions for benefits in the new bill – Senator admitted the plan could hurt many Americans – Representative praised the measure despite state carve outs – CNN host challenged a key tax increase claim – Debate centers on work rules for Medicaid recipients Introduction Alaska’s two top Republican lawmakers have landed on opposite sides of a recent federal bill. One praised it from the start. The other wa…