Congresswoman Julie Johnson, D-Dallas, has expressed deep concern over potential cuts to Medicaid in Texas due to the recent budget passed by House Republicans. The budget plan aims to fund President Donald Trump’s agenda and pay for tax cuts, with the Congressional Budget Office warning that Medicaid and Medicare might have to be gutted to achieve the desired level of spending cuts.
In Johnson’s district alone, over 100,000 residents rely on Medicaid, while more than 4 million Texans are enrolled in the program statewide. She emphasized that children and seniors will bear the brunt of the cuts, impacting nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and families with aging loved ones. Despite claims by some Republicans that the cuts will only target fraud and waste within the program, Johnson argued that reducing the workforce will ultimately hinder the delivery of benefits.
Additionally, Congresswoman Johnson highlighted her Border Workforce Improvement Act, which seeks to enhance border enforcement by ensuring that personnel have the necessary technology and equipment. She emphasized that Democrats are committed to border security and can contribute to effective solutions.Overall, Johnson’s message is clear – the proposed cuts to Medicaid will have far-reaching consequences for vulnerable populations in Texas, and Democrats are ready to address these issues and work towards meaningful solutions.
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