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The federal government shutdown is centered around who should receive access to Medicaid and subsidized healthcare. Republicans claim Democrats will not support their funding package unless it includes “free health care for illegals,”, while Democrats argue they want to prevent millions of Americans from losing access to Medicaid and cheaper health insurance. Democrats propose reversing the GOP’s cuts to Medicaid eligibility and preserving a tax credit that assists numerous Americans in affording health insurance.
Medicaid Access Fuels Government Shutdown Debate
Medicaid and subsidized health insurance access has sparked controversy, leading to the government shutdown. The dispute revolves around who should have access to free or subsidized healthcare.