Republicans are in support of dangerous cuts to Social Security and Medicaid that will screw over their constituents in order to pay for their billionaire tax cut. Empowered by their allies in Congress like John James (MI-10), Donald Trump and his supporters have led an aggressive effort to decimate Social Security’s workforce and infrastructure. These are cuts that target the core stability of this earned benefit American workers rely on.
James is on the House Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee which will eventually take a lead role in crafting Republicans’ bill that will likely involve cutting Medicaid.
“John James has enabled cuts that will gut Social Security and Medicaid. He’s responsible for this, and while his voters are struggling to afford groceries and health care, they won’t forget James’ betrayal,” said American Bridge 21st Century spokesperson Nico Delgado.
Michiganders who depend on Social Security, Medicaid, and SNAP will suffer as a result:
- Approximately 168,319 of James’ constituents in Michigan’s 10th District rely on Social Security.
- Approximately 132,500 (21%) of James’ constituents in Michigan’s 10th District are covered by Medicaid or CHIP, and nearly 44,000 people in the district have used SNAP.
Before voting to slash Medicaid, John James previously voted for a Republican package that could have taken Medicaid coverage away from nearly two million Americans.
Published: Mar 4, 2025