Debate Erupts Over Healthcare for Undocumented Immigrants and Government Shutdowns

The article discusses claims by Republicans that Democrats want to provide free healthcare to illegal immigrants, which Democrats deny, stating they only seek to extend existing health subsidies for citizens and legal residents. The debate centers around proposed changes to healthcare laws, including restrictions on Medicaid for certain immigrants, with only lawfully present immigrants currently eligible for federal healthcare programs. Undocumented immigrants are generally ineligible for federal healthcare benefits, but may access emergency Medicaid and some state-funded programs.