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Thinks that families shouldn't sacrifice their health care for billionaire tax breaks

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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 49m
Republicans say they want to Make America Healthy Again, yet their cuts threaten programs that provide healthy food, reduce hospitalizations, and save the health care system money. Republicans can spew whatever slogans they like, but where they choose to spend money doesn’t lie.
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Meal deliveries can save money and improve health. Will they survive Medicaid cuts?
Some states deliver meals to Medicaid patients that address their dietary needs. Evidence shows it aids recovery and saves healthcare costs, but federal budget cuts may lead some states to cancel it.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 7h
When diesel prices go up, so does the cost of getting your food from the farm to your supermarket aisle.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
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Hospitals are closing across America, and it’s only getting worse
Closure rates were almost the same between urban and rural hospitals.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
When Republicans made the biggest cut to health care in American history, they turned off a major source of funding for community hospitals. Not only have people lost their health care coverage, they could be losing their nearest hospital.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
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Inflation on many everyday items was entirely due to tariffs, NY Fed says
Tariffs added 2.9 percentage points to inflation in 67 categories of goods by February 2026, researchers at the New York Federal Reserve found.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Without Trump’s tariffs, your everyday costs would’ve fallen. Every time you go to buy something, remember that you’re paying an extra tax for Trump’s tariffs.
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Congresswoman Gwen Moore @repgwenmoore.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Ways and Means Ranking Member @neal.house.gov and I are decrying the Trump Administration’s moves to funnel public dollars to private schools. I’m leading legislation to reverse this national school voucher scheme created by Congressional Republicans in their so-called “One Big, Beautiful Bill.”
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
The average price for gas has been $4 for over 40% of 2026. This was entirely avoidable.
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Energy & Commerce Democrats @energycommerce.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Our economy should work for everyone, Trump’s economy only works for his billionaire buddies.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
The American people are struggling under Trump and Republican policies. Costs are soaring, and all Republicans have to offer is a bill that kicked millions off their health care and added trillions to the debt? Ranking Member @neal.house.gov:
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
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As work requirements kick in for Medicaid, some states are taking a tougher stance
At least six states will require documentation that individuals are too sick to meet Medicaid work requirements kicking in next year. The rules are stricter than what the federal government is requiri...
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
When you’re battling an illness, the last thing you should have to worry about is more hoops to jump through.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
It couldn't be more clear: Without Trump’s tariffs, prices would’ve fallen.
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Rep. Richard Neal @neal.house.gov · 06/10/2026
It's clear the Trump Administration will stop at nothing if it means giving the ultra wealthy even more of a leg up. The potential cost of their latest maneuver around Congress? Over $150 billion. @senatefinance.bsky.social RM @wyden.senate.gov and I are demanding answers.
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Democrats Slam Scholarship Rule as Costly to Public Schools
Treasury’s proposal to expand a tax break for donations to groups providing tuition assistance to K-12 students will exceed estimates by billions and undermine public schools, top tax Democrats wrote.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Since Trump took office, the top 0.1% has gained more than 8,000 times as much wealth as the bottom HALF. And guess what Republicans’ billionaire tax giveaways are going to keep doing to this.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Trump’s agenda not only means higher health care costs, but also air pollution that could cause up to 37,000 additional premature deaths. His policies aren’t just hurting your wallet, they’re costing you your health too.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes: Think tank
Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office, such as canceli...
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The damage caused by Trump’s policies will continue to be felt even after he leaves office. Energy costs are just one example: Trump's cancellation of clean energy projects across the country could leave families paying thousands of dollars more all the way through 2040.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
If you’re heading home for Thanksgiving, you’re up against the highest prices in a decade thanks to Trump’s war in Iran.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
If only Trump cared as much about using tax dollars for programs that benefit workers and families as he does about benefiting himself. Ranking Member @neal.house.gov:
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
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Disappointing 29,000 jobs added in September as unemployment ticks up
Friday's jobs report is the last one that will come out before the Nov. 3 elections that will determine whether President Donald Trump's Republicans maintain full control of Congress.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Trump campaigned on being a businessman who would grow the economy, but he’s governing as a grifter determined to destroy it while he enriches himself and his billionaire friends. It’s leaving everyday people with fewer opportunities and paychecks that aren’t keeping up.
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Rep. Richard Neal @neal.house.gov · 02/10/2026
Today’s jobs report shows why nearly three-quarters of Americans reject Trump’s economy: 🔴 Fewer opportunities 🔴 Higher prices 🔴 Paychecks that can’t keep up It's clear Republicans have no intention of stopping Trump & his friends from enriching themselves at your expense for as long as they can.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Opinion | Who Uses a Lot of $6 Diesel? Farmers, Truckers, Trump Voters.
$6 diesel is hurting small truckers. It could hurt Trump, too.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
With truckers spending as much as $1,400 a tank, you’re picking up part of that tab at the checkout counter. Trump’s war means you pay more.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
And nearly 5 in 6 Americans reject Trump's handling of the cost of living.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
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Trump Moves to Cut Off Student Loans for Tons of Degrees
Under a new rule, if your degree doesn’t make enough money, you won’t be able to get a student loan.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Trump is planning to use IRS data to cut off loan access to students who want to become: - Teaching assistants - Social workers - Faith-based organization staff - Music instructors - Hairstylists - and more This isn’t doing anything to make it easier to afford to live or work in America.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
It also covers health care!
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Oh, interesting!
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Every day Republicans continue to stand by this war is another day people are being forced to pay for something they don’t want.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Read more about Trump’s latest abuse of power:
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White House expands taxpayer-paid ad campaign boosting Trump
The taxpayer-funded campaign borrows the president's political rhetoric as the White House defends the spots as “public service” announcements.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Notice that under Republicans, there's always enough tax dollars to go around for Trump's vanity, but never enough to lower your bills. Your tax dollars should be used to fund things that serve you, not Trump.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
More on this new economic low:
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Consumer sentiment drops near all-time low as prices weigh on shoppers
The monthly reading is the second lowest in the 74-year history of the survey.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
This is the second-worst consumer sentiment ever recorded. The worst was… 4 months ago, still under Trump and Republicans.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Your affordable health care, at the cost of just one 30-second TV propaganda ad.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
More here on this latest recall:
nytimes.com
More Than 167,000 Pounds of Meat With False Inspection Mark Are Recalled
The raw pork, beef and goat products from Star Meat Delivery Inc. of North Carolina were distributed across the United States.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Day 612 of the Trump Administration: you’re stuck paying more for food that isn’t even safe to eat.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
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75% of Americans Say Tariffs Will Be Important to Their Vote in the Midterms
74% Say Trump’s Tariffs have Raised Prices; 53% Say Tariffs Have Weakened the Economy, 70% Say the President Needs Congressional Approval to Impose Tariffs
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
People are buckling under Trump's tariffs & here's what they're saying about it: 🔴 74% say Trump’s tariffs raised prices at the store. 🔴 57% view tariffs as a tax. 🔴 53% say Trump’s tariffs weakened the economy. 🔴 49% say Trump’s tariffs harmed manufacturing. People don’t want Trump's tariffs.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
You can’t claim you care about moms while also voting to cut programs that support them. @repgwenmoore.bsky.social:
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The American people are seeing Trump’s economy for what it is: failing them.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
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Exclusive | RFK Jr.’s Enhanced Security Was Funded With Money From Minority Health Office
The cost of the health secretary’s security grew from roughly $10 million in fiscal year 2025 to $17 million in fiscal year 2026.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
When RFK Jr.’s security bill ballooned to $17 million, he didn’t hesitate to take $12 million from the Minority Health Office. That’s millions of dollars no longer going to improve the lives of millions in underserved communities.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The American people are seeing Trump’s economy for what it is: failing them.
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Rep. Richard Neal @neal.house.gov · 21/09/2026
Social Security Commissioner Bisignano told Congress he has “the right amount of staff.” Meanwhile, field offices are described as “ghost offices” & record-low morale has created the worst staffing crisis in SSA’s history. His failure to respond after 3 months leaves serious questions unanswered.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
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1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
When 1 in 3 insured Americans is buried in medical debt, Republicans continue to stand behind their more than $1 trillion in health care cuts. You shouldn’t have to go into debt just so billionaires can get another tax break.
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Under Republicans, your health care isn’t safe – even if you get it through your employer.
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You’re going to pay more for health insurance in 2027 as employers see costs jumping for the fifth straight year | Fortune
Health insurance costs are rising so fast they could eat into workers’ paychecks next year, according to a survey of 1,800 U.S. employers
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Ways and Means Committee Democrats @waysmeanscmte.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
House Republicans want to give Trump $73 billion for war, but will deny you access to affordable health care.
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