Setback for Trump's Medicaid Overhaul Plan as Senate Parliamentarian Rules Changes Need 60 Votes

provisions would need 60 votes to pass, instead of a simple majority. This ruling has dealt a significant setback to the Trump administration and Senate GOP's efforts to overhaul the Medicaid program. The parliamentarian's decision means that the GOP's plan to cap federal funding for Medicaid and roll back the expansion of the program under the Affordable Care Act will face major hurdles in the Senate. This is a major setback for Trump and his allies who have long promised to repeal and replace Obamacare, which includes major changes to the Medicaid program. The Senate GOP's plan to overhaul Medicaid has been a contentious issue, with Democrats and healthcare advocacy groups strongly opposing any changes that would reduce funding or coverage for low-income Americans. The ruling by the Senate parliamentarian means that any changes to Medicaid must be approved by a larger majority, making it much more difficult for the GOP to push through their proposed Medicaid reforms. This setback comes at a critical time for the Trump administration, who have been facing mounting pressure to pass major legislation on tax and healthcare reform. With the Senate's narrow majority, every vote is crucial, and the ruling on Medicaid could potentially delay or even derail the passage of the tax bill. This decision also highlights the ongoing challenges that the Trump administration faces in pushing through their policy agenda. With a deeply divided Congress and intense opposition from Democrats, passing major legislation has proven to be a difficult task. The ruling on Medicaid is just the latest hurdle in the Trump administration's efforts to reshape the country's healthcare system. In light of this setback, it remains to be seen how the Trump administration and Senate GOP will move forward with their plans to overhaul Medicaid and pass their tax bill. With the current political climate and the ruling by the Senate parliamentarian, it is clear that the road to major policy reform will not be an easy one for the Trump administration."