Medicaid

US Democratic leaders are drafting a comprehensive legislative and oversight strategy for the upcoming midterm elections, aiming to challenge Trump administration policies, curb the conflict with Iran, and pursue aggressive investigations.

A new report by the credit rating agency Fitch warns that changes to the Medicaid program — the public health insurance intended primarily for low-income Americans — have become one of the main threats to the financial stability of hospitals in the United States. Some of the most significant provisions are expected to begin taking effect during 2027.