Medicaid Cuts: The New Battleground in Midterm Politics

Democrats are trying to leverage Republican Medicaid cuts as a key issue for the 2026 midterms, but the impact of these cuts has been delayed, creating challenges for their messaging. While some effects are imminent, most provisions won't take effect until after the election, leading to concerns about voter awareness and the effectiveness of this strategy. Democrats are also testing their messaging in upcoming gubernatorial races, emphasizing the potential consequences of Republican healthcare policies.