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Tom Emmer: “Republicans on the Energy and Commerce Committee have laid…”

Featuring: Tom Emmer, Republican | Majority Whip, U.S. House, Minnesota's 6th District

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Tom Emmer Defends Republican Reconciliation Bill Against Democratic Criticisms

Published | Video Starts at 00:31

So let's start with the Democrats absurd claim that our reconciliation bill would cut Medicaid for vulnerable Americans. That's false. In stark contrast, Republicans on the Energy and Commerce Committee have laid out a clear path to strengthen, secure and sustain [Medicaid] for those who need it the most, such as mothers, children, people with disabilities and the elderly. Democrats also say SNAP benefits will be cut for Americans who need them. Another lie. (00:31–00:47)

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Asserts that Republicans have a plan to strengthen, secure, and sustain Medicaid for vulnerable groups.

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