Senate Republicans are pushing a budget bill with $1 trillion in cuts to federal healthcare programs, including Medicaid and food assistance. These cuts, opposed by doctors, medical associations, and activists, would harm millions, potentially causing tens of thousands of preventable deaths and hospital closures. Sixty protesters were arrested at the Senate. While some Republicans express concern, others prioritize the bill's military and immigration spending increases, despite projected increases to the federal deficit. The bill's passage is uncertain before the July 4th deadline.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.