“Trump and his Republicans are continuing to prioritize billionaires over the hardworking families across America who rely on vital programs for survival.

Despite false promises to lower costs, today House Republicans narrowly passed a budget resolution that will increase expenses for everyday Americans who are already struggling with inflation. I voted no because Republicans are locking in higher costs for energy, food, health care and essential services, all while refusing to make the ultra wealthy pay their fair share.

At the same time, Trump’s chaotic tariff war has been upending the economy, driving up prices and hurting American businesses. Instead of focusing on helping those affected by his policies, Republicans are doubling down on tax cuts for billionaires, leaving the rest of the country to deal with the consequences.

Republicans’ budget has $880 billion in cuts to programs overseen by the House Energy and Commerce Committee. There’s no other way to slice it, these cuts are directly targeted at Medicaid and as a member of that committee, I will do everything I can to protect the health care program that millions of Americans rely on.

House Democrats will continue to fight against this harmful budget, which not only slashes programs families rely on, but also exacerbates the economic instability that is already gripping our nation. We will stand strong to protect healthcare, reduce costs, and ensure that our government works for the people, not for billionaires.”

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