GOP Eyes Health Cuts for Military, Border Funds
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Top House Republicans propose cuts to federal health spending, targeting up to $200 billion for military ops in Iran and immigration enforcement. They aim to offset costs by tackling fraud, waste, and abuse in programs like Medicare and Medicaid, potentially saving over $30 billion through tweaks to Obamacare subsidies. Conservatives back the move, while moderates worry about election-year backlash. New data reveals health program scams cost taxpayers tens of billions annually, prompting a whistleblower program offering tipsters up to 30% of recovered funds. GOP leaders plan to use budget reconciliation to push this through for national security and border priorities.
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