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Dear Friends,
Happy Friday! This week, I've been calling out Republicans' lies as they try to take away Americans' healthcare. I attended the Joint Address with Dr. Lisa Green, founder and CEO of a health center, to stand up for those who rely on Medicaid to survive. I also heard directly from everyday Americans who would be impacted by the Republican budget to cut $880 billion from Medicaid.
I will continue to defend the American people and protect healthcare against House Republicans.
Takeaways from the Joint Address
President Trump’s address to Congress was as expected — riddled with lies and without a real plan to improve the lives of Americans.
After a series of broken promises, including failing to lower grocery prices on day one, it is clear he only cares for the wealthy few. He touted anti-diversity rhetoric and doubled-down on letting Elon Musk run rampant in the government, who is firing thousands of federal employees.
Let's be clear: Elon Musk is the unelected bureaucrat who must go.
Medicaid Cuts Impact Real People
On Thursday, the Democratic Steering & Policy Committee organized a hearing to hear the testimonies of Americans who would lose healthcare — and possibly their children's lives — if Republicans push forward with $880 billion cuts to Medicaid.
I heard the story of Will, a child with special needs who depends on Medicaid for his health. Will and 37 million other children across America relied on Medicaid last year — nearly half of the children that make up our entire country.
House Republicans must stop jeopardizing their care.
Defending Everyday Americans on Ash Wednesday
On Ash Wednesday, I urged Congress to give up billionaires for lent.
It’s a shame that the Trump administration has instead resorted to stealing from vulnerable Americans through essential government programs to give the richest people tax cuts.
Everyday Americans deserve a more fair budget that prioritizes their needs over the top one percent.
If you would like to share your thoughts with me, feel free to visit my website. You can also keep in touch through Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and BlueSky.
Sincerely,
Robin L. Kelly
Member of Congress
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