Congress is out to axe Medicaid and Medicare to help cover $4.5 trillion in tax cuts for the billionaire class.
Call and tell your reps - hands off our social safety net!
The Senate and the House are now reconciling their budgets, which means there’s still time to push back against these devastating cuts. Call your members of Congress and demand they support Medicaid and Medicare.
>> Find your members in Congress or call the Congressional switchboard: +1(202) 224-3121121
Medicaid covers 72 million Americans, including children, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities. It helps seniors stay in their homes and funds two-thirds of nursing home care. Medicare provides healthcare for 67 million seniors and people with disabilities. These cuts would put millions at risk.
Democrats Abroad is proud to join in a national calling campaign today, March 19th, to fight back against these unconscionable cuts. Stay tuned for a Take Action in support of Social Security. Thank you for your calls and for your voice!
Sample Script for Republicans:
"Hi, My name is [Name] and I vote at [address]. I’m calling to express my anger that Sen/Rep [NAME] voted for a budget that would cut Medicaid and Medicare to pay for tax cuts for the wealthy. Tell them to protect these vital programs. They need to put America’s healthcare needs first. My friends and I are watching."
Sample Script for Democrats: "I’m calling to say how proud I am that Sen/Rep [Name] voted NO on the Republican budget that threatens my care. We need leaders like [Name] who stand up for seniors and working families instead of cutting taxes for billionaires. Thank you."
More Information
- Republicans split on spending cuts, Medicaid as they seek path forward on Trump tax cuts
- Economic Policy Institute analsysis of House Budget Resolution
- House Budget Resolution 2025
- Senate Budget Resolution 2025
- House vote on Budget Resolution 2025
- Senate vote on Budget Resolution 2025
- State by state view of Medicaid/CHIP Enrollment