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US states drop Medicaid coverage of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs as demand rises

Experts say any short-term financial benefit will be outweighed by long-term health costs related to obesity

The Guardian - US

Trump deletes post with AI image of himself as Jesus-like figure after outcry

The US president’s conservative, Christian supporters decried the Truth Social post, calling it ‘disgusting’

The Guardian - US

25 million people lost Medicaid after the COVID-19 pandemic — and state policies shaped who stayed covered

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of people covered by Medicaid rose month after month – an unusual pattern for the government’s insurance program for people with low incomes and disabilities.

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Trump’s new budget ignores dying Americans and gives away record sums to the US military

President’s proposed budget slashes health department by 12% while throwing $1.5tn – a 42% increase – to the military

The Guardian - US

Trump Administration Admits Major Error in New York Medicaid Fraud Case Lead by Doctor Oz - REPORT

The Trump administration has acknowledged that it made a major mistake in the numbers it used to justify a fraud investigation led by Dr. Mehmet Oz into New York's Medicaid program, a reversal that is raising new questions about the reliability of its broader anti-fraud push in several states.

Latin Times

3 Healthcare Stocks Providing Relief for the Sandwich Generation

These three healthcare stocks will benefit from the growing demand for caregiving solutions as America’s sandwich generation faces rising eldercare needs

MarketBeat

Trump administration admits Dr. Mehmet Oz made glaring error in fraud accusations

The mistake appeared in comments made last month by Dr. Oz

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States Expanding Paid Caregiver Programs — A New Income Stream for Couples Under Pressure

If you and your partner are juggling rising costs, aging parents, and demanding careers, there’s a financial opportunity many couples are overlooking. Across the U.S., states are expanding paid family caregiver programs, allowing relatives—even spouses in some cases—to get paid for care they’re already providing. For dual-income couples, this can…

Dinks Finance

How the “Community Spouse” Can Protect Family Assets When Medicaid Enters the Picture

Watching a lifetime of savings drain away because a spouse needs long‑term care is one of the most frightening financial moments a family can face. Medicaid can step in to cover nursing home costs, but it comes with strict rules that can feel unforgiving if you don’t know how they…

The Free Financial Advisor

Texas Medicaid Waiver Waitlists Grow in 2026 — What Families Should Know

When it comes to Texas Medicaid waivers in 2026, many families feel like they’re stuck in a marathon with no finish line in sight. The number of Texans waiting for community-based services continues to climb, and the timelines for receiving support stretch far beyond what most families ever imagined. For…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Adult Kids Beware: Some States Can Sue You for Your Parents’ Medical Bills

Do you think that growing up means leaving your parents’ problems behind? Think again. In several U.S. states, adult children can face the harsh reality of paying for a parent’s medical bills. This isn’t some distant hypothetical; it’s a real legal obligation that can hit your wallet hard if you…

The Free Financial Advisor

$8,669 a Month? The New Reality of Nursing Home Costs and Medicaid Cuts

If you’ve looked into long-term care recently, you’ve probably experienced sticker shock. Nursing home costs are soaring to levels that many families simply can’t afford,...

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Most Voters Are Ignoring This Wisconsin Election—But It Could Impact Medicare, Social Security, and Senior Rights

At first glance, a state Supreme Court election might not seem like something that affects your retirement, your healthcare, or your monthly income. But in...

Saving Advice

April Medicaid Reviews Continue — Seniors Still Facing Coverage Loss Under the $2,000 Asset Limit

If you’re a senior relying on Medicaid—or helping a loved one navigate it—April isn’t just another month. Across the country, Medicaid eligibility reviews are still...

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Axios

"We're fighting wars": Trump bets his presidency on the Pentagon

"We can't take care of daycare. Medicaid, Medicare, all these individual things," he said.

Reason

Trump's Call for a $1.5 Trillion Military Budget Is Irresponsible, Wasteful, and Unrealistic

The proposal is "an enormous waste of taxpayer dollars and would make Americans less, not more, safe." Thankfully, Congress is unlikely to adopt it.

The Guardian - US

Trump announces ‘fraud’ crackdown in Democratic states as arrests begin in California

US president makes baseless claims about fraud in blue states and says JD Vance will lead clampdown as ‘fraud czar’

International Business Times

Trump Seeks $1.5T iPentagon Budget After Saying the States Should Raise Taxes to Finance Day Care or Medicare

The budget request, released Friday for fiscal year 2027, would pair that historic military increase with a 10% cut in non-defense discretionary spending.

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Trump Seeks $1.5 Trillion Pentagon Budget After Saying the States Should Raise Taxes to Finance Day Care or Medicare

In the same week that Donald Trump said the federal government could not afford to "take care of day care" or programs such as Medicare and Medicaid because "we're fighting wars," the President asked Congress for a record $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget, a proposal that would increase defense spending by…

The Independent UK

Concerns over a Nebraska hospital show how a $50B rural health fund is coming up short

A rural Nebraska family’s lifeline hospital now sits at the center of a national fight over Medicaid cuts

The Independent UK

Trump: Federal government needs to prioritise funding military over healthcare

Donald Trump has said the federal government should not pay for services like Medicaid, Medicare or day care as it need to prioritise “fighting wars”.

The Independent UK

8 arrests made in federal crackdown on alleged health care fraud in Southern California

Federal officials have arrested eight people they say were involved in various health care fraud schemes totaling $50 million in and around Los Angeles

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump Says Iran War Blocks Medicare, Medicaid Focus

Donald Trump defends rising US war costs against Iran while suggesting cuts to federal programs, sparking backlash and debate over priorities.

International Business Times UK

Trump Speech: Firestorm Erupts After Trump Dismisses Daycare, Medicaid, and Medicare as 'Not Possible'

A Trump speech draws intense reactions after comments on Medicare, Medicaid, and daycare are interpreted as 'not possible,' with added scrutiny following reports of a removed White House video.

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‘It’s not possible for us’: Donald Trump has $200,000,000,000 for war, but says he can’t spare a dime for Medicare or daycare

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