Mike Johnson Says Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security Need Changes Next Year
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Updated · patriotnewsmn.com · Jun 17
Mike Johnson Says Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security Need Changes Next Year
3 articles · Updated · patriotnewsmn.com · Jun 17
Summary
Mike Johnson said entitlement programs including Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security "have to be adjusted and fixed," adding that House Republicans have a plan to act next year.
The latest report frames that shift against Johnson's earlier stance that cuts were "off the table" and argues the push is tied to funding needs for $117 billion in tax cuts, $445 billion in higher defense spending and $70 billion for DHS/ICE.
It also points to projected Social Security and Medicare shortfalls around 2032-33, while contending recent tax cuts would worsen revenue pressures.
Tom Emmer has said he opposes cuts to Social Security and Medicare, but the report argues his role as House majority whip ties him to Johnson's broader legislative agenda.