With Medicaid cuts looming, misinformation about immigrants, especially Latinos, spreads

As Republican lawmakers move to cut Medicaid spending, misinformation about immigrants, especially about Latinos, is spreading on social media.

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With Medicaid cuts looming, misinformation about immigrants, especially Latinos, spreads

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Cutting Medicaid?

Louisiana voters in Speaker Johnson’s district react to Medicaid cut threats

Cuts to Medicare, Medicaid Would Be ‘Catastrophic for Women’s Health,’ Says Chelsea Clinton

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