Health care officials across Shasta County are sounding the alarm as the federal government considers possible Medicaid spending cuts.

David Valadao and other potentially vulnerable Republicans face a vote this week on a plan that could mean big cuts in Medicaid, a vote with the potential to be a big deal in 2026 congressional races.

GOP lawmakers expected to vote soon on slashing the insurance program for low-income people represent tens of millions reliant on it.

Although President Donald Trump promised to “love and cherish” Medicaid, Republicans have announced budget proposals that could dramatically curtail the program

Dozens of Kern Residents stood in front of Congressman David Valadao's Bakersfield office to vote against proposed cuts to the Medicaid healthcare program.

Hundreds of Victor Valley residents rallied against proposed Medicaid cuts at Rep. Jay Obernolte's Hesperia office, advocating for disability rights.

Now Medicaid work requirements may be coming back soon as part of a proposed $2.3 trillion spending cut to the program. Trump said he wouldn’t touch Medicaid but then endorsed a plan that included deep cuts. This does not bode well for Millie or so many others.

Shasta Community Health Center CEO Brandon Thornock says proposed cuts to Medicaid and other grants could have an 'immediate chilling effect' here.

Medicaid cuts have surfaced in federal budget talks. Here's a primer on the government health insurance program.

"These cuts are not just about health care — they affect the entire economic structure of our community," U.S. Rep. Doris Matsui said.

Approximately 72 million Americans are enrolled in Medicaid. Many local seniors enrolled in the program fear what will happen if they lose coverage.

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