Tag: medicaid
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U.S. Median Household Income Hits Record $87,460 as Child Poverty Falls to Historic Low
Census Bureau data show real median household income rose 2.6% to a record $87,460 in 2025, while the official poverty rate fell to 10.2% and child poverty reached a historic low.
BusinessHealthPolitics and GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesFederal GovernmentEmployment and Labor U.S. Census Bureaumedian household incomepoverty ratehealth insurance coverageSupplemental Poverty Measurechild povertyMedicaid
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Beshear: $1.7 Billion in Extra Revenue Can Fully Fund Medicaid, Senior Meals and Pre-K
Kentucky's Consensus Forecasting Group revised General Fund estimates upward by $997.9 million for fiscal 2027 and $708 million for fiscal 2028, and Gov. Andy Beshear wants the money for Medicaid, senior meals and Pre-K.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessUSAState GovernmentsEconomyEducationSocial Issues Andy BeshearKentuckyConsensus Forecasting GroupMedicaidPre-K for Allstate budgetJohn HicksKentucky Governor's Office
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U.S. Median Household Income Hits Record $87,460 as Hispanic Poverty Falls to Historic Low
Census Bureau data for 2025 show record real median household income, a historic low Hispanic poverty rate, a national poverty rate of 10.2% and a second yearly drop in Medicaid coverage.
BusinessHealthPolitics and GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesFederal GovernmentEmployment and Labor U.S. Census BureauMedian household incomePoverty in the United StatesSupplemental Poverty MeasureHealth insurance coverageMedicaidHispanic population
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Media Monitor: FactCheck.org Says Midterm Ads Omit Medicaid Cuts in Rural Healthcare Claims
FactCheck.org reports that midterm ads from both parties are clashing over the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's effect on rural hospitals, saying the spots leave out the law's larger Medicaid cuts.
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaUSAElectionGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceMedia BiasSocial Issues FactCheck.orgOne Big Beautiful Bill ActMedicaidrural hospitalsmidterm electionsDonald TrumpKen Paxton
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Census Bureau: U.S. Median Household Income Hits Record $87,460 in 2025 as Hispanic Poverty Falls to Historic Low
New Census Bureau data show real median household income rose 2.6% to a record $87,460 in 2025, Hispanic poverty hit a historic low of 13.9%, and Medicaid coverage declined for a second year.
HealthBusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomySocial IssuesFederal Government U.S. Census BureauMedian household incomePoverty in the United StatesMedicaidSupplemental Poverty MeasureHealth insurance coverageHispanic population
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Census Bureau: Hispanic Poverty Hits Historic Low, Median Income Sets Record in 2025
New Census Bureau data show the Hispanic poverty rate fell to a historic low of 13.9% in 2025, real median household income hit a record $87,460, and Medicaid coverage declined for a second year.
BusinessHealthPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomySocial IssuesFederal Government U.S. Census BureauPoverty in the United StatesMedian household incomeMedicaidHealth insurance coverageSupplemental Poverty MeasureHispanic population
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact Rates Michigan Senate, Maine Medicaid Claims
PolitiFact fact-checks Abdul El-Sayed's claim about Mike Rogers and 9/11 first responders, and a super PAC ad on Troy Jackson, Susan Collins and Medicaid.
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaUSAElectionCongressDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentState Governments Abdul El-SayedMike RogersMichigan Senate race9/11 first respondersTroy JacksonSusan CollinsMedicaidPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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U.S. Real Median Household Income Hits Record $87,460 in 2025 as Poverty Rate Falls to 10.2%
Census Bureau reports record real median household income of $87,460 in 2025, a 0.5-point drop in the official poverty rate to 10.2%, and 26.7 million people uninsured.
BusinessHealthPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomySocial IssuesFederal GovernmentEmployment and Labor U.S. Census Bureaumedian household incomepoverty ratehealth insurance coverageSupplemental Poverty MeasureMedicaidCurrent Population Survey
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Fairfax County Gears Up for Month-Long Hispanic Heritage Celebrations
Fairfax County will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 with diverse cultural events. The county also announced Medicaid changes, emergency preparedness initiatives, and a new AI chatbot.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesMedical ScienceArtificial Intelligence Fairfax CountyHispanic Heritage MonthCultural EventsMedicaidEmergency PreparednessAI ChatbotVolunteeringFairfax County GovernmentRestonVirginiaVA
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Media Monitor: TIME Health Reports on Uninsured Surge, 9/11 Illnesses; Other Outlets Cover Endometriosis, UK Heat Deaths, and Health Grant Shifts
TIME Health is reporting on a projected increase in uninsured Americans and the lasting health toll of 9/11. Other outlets cover new endometriosis tests, U.K. heat deaths, and changes to federal health grants.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentWeatherMedical ScienceGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyGeneral Weather Uninsured AmericansMedicaidTrump Administration9/11 illnessesEndometriosisU.K. heat deathsOffice of Minority HealthTIME Health
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Gov. Beshear Challenges Rep. Barr on Medicaid Cuts and Rural Hospital Funding
Governor Beshear challenges Congressman Barr over "misleading" statements on Medicaid cuts impacting Kentucky's rural hospitals. Beshear says federal funding cannot directly save hospitals, despite Barr's claims, and warns of $21 billion loss.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomySocial Issues KentuckyGovernor Andy BeshearCongressman Andy BarrMedicaidRural HospitalsHealthcareRural Health Transformation ProgramKentucky Governor's Office
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AARP Commends Governor Spanberger's Executive Order to Defend Virginians from Federal Healthcare Cuts
Governor Abigail Spanberger's Executive Order 20, "Keep Virginia Covered," aims to protect Virginians from federal healthcare cuts, including Medicaid and SNAP benefits. AARP commends the action, highlighting support for seniors and caregivers against H.R.1's "onerous" requirements.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceSocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerAARP VirginiaHealthcareMedicaidSNAPVirginiaSeniorsReston
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Virginia Governor Acts to Shield Healthcare, Food Aid from Federal Cuts
Governor Spanberger signed Executive Order 20, establishing the 'Keep Virginia Covered' policy to mitigate federal cuts to Medicaid and SNAP from H.R. 1, aiming to protect over 2.6 million Virginians' healthcare and food assistance.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesEmployment and Labor VirginiaGovernor Abigail SpanbergerExecutive Order 20MedicaidSNAPHealthcarePublic PolicyReston
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Fairfax County Announces Medicaid Eligibility Changes for Non-Citizen Adults
Fairfax County is implementing new Medicaid eligibility rules for non-citizen adults starting October 1, requiring specific immigration statuses to maintain full benefits. Affected individuals will be notified by mail.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEducation Fairfax CountyMedicaideligibilitynon-citizen adultsimmigration statushealthcareVirginiaFairfax County GovernmentRestonVA
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Weighs in on Disney-FCC Lawsuit, Economic Issues, and Social Policy
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board reports on ABC's lawsuit against the FCC, the economic impact of heat, bond market stability, and Medicaid funding for transgender treatments.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesEurope DisneyFCCMedicaidBond MarketChinaUkraineWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Media Monitor: FactCheck.org Debunks Trump's Latest Vaccine and Economic Claims
FactCheck.org reports President Trump made false claims about childhood vaccines, including the MMR shot and dose requirements. It also found his inflation boast deceptive and clarified other political statements and policy changes.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceElection Donald TrumpVaccinesMMR vaccineFact-checkingHealthcareInflationMedicaidFactCheck.org
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Nebraska Medicaid & Long-Term Care Director Resigns
Drew Gonshorowski, Nebraska's Medicaid & Long-Term Care Director, has resigned to move closer to family on the east coast. Governor Pillen praised his leadership in implementing key health care policies. Jeremy Brunssen will serve as interim director.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues NebraskaMedicaidLong-Term CareDrew GonshorowskiJim PillenJeremy BrunssenResignationOffice of Nebraska Governor
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Virginia Governor Spanberger Enacts Laws to Lower Healthcare and Drug Costs, Counter Federal Cuts
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed new laws in Virginia to cap insulin costs at $35 and combat predatory drug pricing. The state also committed nearly $1 billion to mitigate federal healthcare cuts, protecting access for thousands.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceSocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerVirginiaHealthcarePrescription DrugsInsulinMedicaidFederal CutsReston
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Virginia to Host Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Changes
Virginia's DMAS and VDSS will host a virtual town hall on August 13, 2026, to detail H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect October 1, 2026. Learn how these updates may impact your coverage.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSA VirginiaMedicaidNoncitizenEligibilityTown HallDMASVDSSCardinal Care
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Virginia Medicaid Implements New Federal Work Requirements and Eligibility Changes
Virginia's Cardinal Care announces new federal work requirements for some Medicaid Expansion members starting January 2027, alongside more frequent renewals. A virtual town hall will discuss noncitizen changes, and resources for children's health are highlighted.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationSocial Issues MedicaidVirginiaWork RequirementsHealthcareEligibilityChildren's HealthTown HallCardinal Care
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Virginia to Host Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Changes
Virginia's DMAS and VDSS will host a virtual town hall on August 13, 2026, to discuss H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect October 1, 2026. Members can submit questions in advance.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEducation VirginiaMedicaidnoncitizen eligibilityTown HallDMASVDSShealthcare policyCardinal Care
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Virginia to Host Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Eligibility Changes
Virginia's DMAS and VDSS will host a virtual town hall on August 13, 2026, to detail H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen changes taking effect October 1, 2026, impacting eligibility and member resources.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesLegal VirginiaMedicaidNoncitizen EligibilityDMASVDSSTown HallHealthcare PolicyCardinal Care
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Virginia Agencies Announce Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Changes
Virginia's DMAS and VDSS will host a virtual town hall on August 13, 2026, to discuss upcoming H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect October 1, 2026. Learn how these updates may impact members and families.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegal MedicaidVirginiaNoncitizen eligibilityDMASVDSSTown HallHealthcare PolicyCardinal Care
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Media Monitor: FDA Approves Moderna mRNA Flu Vaccine; Health Costs to Rise
TIME Health reports on the FDA's approval of Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine for adults 50 and older, projected health insurance premium increases, and challenges to Medicaid for the homeless.
HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEconomySocial IssuesFederal GovernmentAstronomy and Space ModernamRNA vaccineInfluenzaFDAHealth InsuranceMedicaidLonelinessTIME Health
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Virginia Medicaid to Host Virtual Town Hall on Noncitizen Eligibility Changes
Virginia's DMAS and VDSS will host a virtual town hall on August 13, 2026, to discuss upcoming H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect October 1, 2026. Members, families, and caregivers are encouraged to attend and submit questions.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesLegalGeneral Politics VirginiaMedicaidNoncitizen EligibilityDMASVDSSTown HallHealthcareCardinal Care
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Virginia Medicaid to Detail Noncitizen Eligibility Changes, Reminds Northern VA of Enrollment Deadline
Virginia's Cardinal Care announces a virtual Town Hall on August 13 to discuss H.R.1 Medicaid noncitizen changes effective October 1. Northern Virginia members also face an August 31 Open Enrollment deadline to review health plans.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues MedicaidCardinal CareVirginiaNoncitizen EligibilityOpen EnrollmentH.R.1Health Policy
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Media Monitor: FactCheck.org Debunks Claims on Cyclospora Outbreak, Healthcare Declines, and Wildfire Causes
FactCheck.org reports that Democratic claims about the Cyclospora outbreak and healthcare enrollment declines are overstated. It also attributes Canadian wildfires to climate change and fact-checks President Trump's election security remarks.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEnvironmentFederal GovernmentDemocratic PartyEconomyMedical ScienceClimate ChangeElection CyclosporaFoodNetTrump administrationMedicaidCanadian wildfiresElection securityGovernmentFactCheck.org
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Trump's Attorney General Nominee, Midterm Battlegrounds, and Health Costs
Newsweek is reporting on President Trump's potential withdrawal of an attorney general nominee, key midterm election counties, and the economic impact of depression.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomyMedical ScienceSocial IssuesMilitary Donald TrumpAttorney GeneralMidterm ElectionsDepressionMedicaidIranMigrantsNewsweek
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Cardinal Care Announces Virtual Town Hall on Upcoming Medicaid Noncitizen Eligibility Changes
Cardinal Care, Virginia's Medicaid program, will host a virtual town hall on August 13, 2026, to discuss H.R.1 noncitizen eligibility changes taking effect October 1, 2026. Learn how these updates may impact members.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegal VirginiaMedicaidNoncitizen EligibilityDMASTown HallCardinal CareHealthcare Policy
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Governor Spanberger Warns 300,000 Virginians at Risk from Federal Medicaid Cuts
Governor Spanberger warns 300,000 Virginians face losing Medicaid due to federal cuts from H.R.1. The state is investing nearly $1 billion to protect healthcare access and mitigate the impact of these significant changes.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerMedicaidMedicareVirginiaHealthcareFederal CutsDonald TrumpReston