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Musk’s entitlement remarks show Trumpworld can’t keep its story straight

The billionaire foreshadows cuts to Medicare and social security – despite Trump’s campaign pledges

The Guardian - US · Mar 14, 2025

Dr. Mehmet Oz heads to the Senate with pitch to oversee America's health insurance programs

Dr. Mehmet Oz, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, will testify before the Senate Finance Committee on Friday morning

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2025

Dr. Oz ‘significantly underpaid’ his taxes, Democrats say as they prepare to grill him in confirmation hearing

The TV doctor has been nominated by Trump to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2025

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Domino Effect: Calculating the Dangers Posed by Medi-Cal Cuts

California could face a cascade of troubles if federal funding for health care is slashed.

Capital & Main · Mar 13, 2025

Oz's ties to insurers may loom over his CMS confirmation hearing - Roll Call

Mehmet Oz will likely face questions during his confirmation hearing about his past support of expanding the Medicare Advantage program.

Roll Call · Mar 13, 2025

Can US House Republicans cut $880bn without slashing Medicaid?

Medicaid cuts cause clashes. Democrats warn of consequences while Republicans deny Medicaid is in their proposal.

Al Jazeera · Mar 12, 2025

Musk Escalates Offensive Against Social Security, Claims There Are 20 Million People 'Who Are Definitely Dead Marked As Alive'

Elon Musk told reporters Monday that federal benefit programs are riddled with fraud, suggesting that around a $700 billion cut may be necessary.

Latin Times · Mar 11, 2025

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Democrats Slam Musk Over Social Security Interview: 'He Said The Quiet Part Out Loud'

Democrats across the country are responding to Musk after he teased at cutting federal benefit programs and falsely claiming they are filled with fraud.

Latin Times · Mar 11, 2025

Medicare and Medicaid Employees Offered New Buyouts: What You Need to Know

Federal HHS workers who inspect food, research diseases and administer Medicare and Medicaid are offered $25,000 buyouts

Kiplinger · Mar 10, 2025

Long-term stopgap measure sets up partisan clash - Roll Call

Republicans on Saturday rolled out a long-term stopgap funding bill, challenging Democrats to accept it or risk a partial government shutdown.

Roll Call · Mar 8, 2025

Medicare Deserves Attention From DOGE and Congress

Reform could replace an unsustainable boondoggle with lower costs, more freedom, and better care.

Reason · Mar 7, 2025

Five Ways You Can Lose Your Medicare Benefits

Your Medicare coverage can be disrupted or lost through your own actions or for reasons outside of your control. Don't let that happen to you.

Kiplinger · Mar 7, 2025

Congress can’t reach Trump’s cuts without touching Medicaid or Medicare, budget office confirms

‘This letter from CBO confirms what we’ve been saying all along: the math doesn’t work without devastating Medicaid cuts,’ New Jersey Democrat says

The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025

Yes, Cutting Government Waste Is Important

Entitlements are a much bigger expense, but that doesn't mean the waste doesn't matter.

Reason · Mar 6, 2025

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The Guardian - US · Mar 6, 2025

GOP budget goals impossible without Medicare and Medicaid cuts, budget office says

Republicans are expected to fall short of their goal to slash the budget by $1.5tn despite Donald Trump’s assurances

The Conversation · Mar 6, 2025

DOGE threat: How government data would give an AI company extraordinary power

The Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, has secured unprecedented access to at least seven sensitive federal databases, including those of the Internal Revenue Service and Social Security Administration. This access has sparked fears about cybersecurity vulnerabilities and privacy violations. Another concern has received far less attention: the potential use…

Capital & Main · Mar 5, 2025

The Southern Women Handling 1-800-MEDICARE Calls Still Want a Union

Federal call center workers continue their fight after the Biden administration dialed back support for it.

The Conversation · Mar 5, 2025

50 new urgent care clinics are on the cards. But are the existing ones working? Here’s what we know so far

Over the weekend the Australian government announced A$644 million to build an extra 50 Medicare urgent care clinics around Australia. This is on top of nearly $600 million previously committed to establish 87 clinics.

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International Business Times · Mar 5, 2025

Democrat House Member's Eerie Final Message Before Dying at 70: 'Don't Mess With Medicaid'

Democratic Rep. Sylvester Turner died on Tuesday at 70 months after becoming a first-time congressman. His final message was a call to stand up for Medicaid

Roll Call · Mar 5, 2025

Fact check: The war of words over Medicaid cuts - Roll Call

Democrats and Republicans are accusing one another of “lying” about what a House Republican budget resolution means for Medicaid.

Kiplinger · Mar 4, 2025

The Social Security Fairness Act and Your Taxes: Are You Prepared?

To maximize Social Security Fairness Act benefits, retirees will have to minimize unexpected tax burdens.

The Independent UK · Mar 4, 2025

What happens to your HSA in retirement?

Health savings accounts can be valuable components of individuals’ savings toolkits, especially for those who can afford to pay their actual healthcare expenses out of pocket while leaving their health savings account assets in place to grow

PC Gamer · Mar 3, 2025

Twitch streamer Hasan Piker suspended after saying Republicans would 'kill Rick Scott' if they really cared about Medicare fraud

Rick Scott is a former governor of Florida and current senator from the state.

Latin Times · Mar 3, 2025

Top Streamer Declaring They Should 'Kill' a Republican Senator Over Medicare Fraud Banned From Twitch

Top Twitch streamer and political commentator Hasan Piker was banned from the platform after suggesting Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) should be killed for defrauding Medicare and Medicaid.

Arizona Proposal Seeks To Investigate Healthcare Costs Of Illegal Immigrants

Arizona's SB 1268 and California's Medicare spending for illegal immigrants spark debate on healthcare costs and access to care.

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