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Rep. Brendan Boyle criticizes GOP Medicaid cuts and funding withdrawal for Philadelphia

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Brendan F. Boyle U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania | Official U.S. House Headshot

Brendan F. Boyle U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania | Official U.S. House Headshot

Rep. Brendan Boyle, a long-serving congressman from Pennsylvania's 2nd District, has recently voiced his concern over certain fiscal policies proposed by the Republican Party. His statements reflect his stance on healthcare funding and infrastructure improvements, representing a dedication to his constituency in Philadelphia.

In a statement shared via Twitter on April 7, 2025, Boyle addressed proposed Medicaid cuts, expressing his disapproval with a financial decision he considers harmful to citizens who rely on the program. "Republicans are pushing $880 BILLION in Medicaid cuts to fund tax giveaways to billionaires," Boyle asserted, standing in support of the over 2.5 million Pennsylvanians utilizing Medicaid. He labeled the cuts "deeply immoral."

The following day, April 8, 2025, Boyle tweeted about the unfortunate rescindment of federal funding initially intended for critical urban projects in Philadelphia. "I was proud to secure federal funding that would have replaced lead pipes, made travelers safer, and improved public safety here in Philadelphia," he stated. According to Boyle, this funding withdrawal caters to what he describes as prioritizing the financial gains of wealthy donors over public welfare, a decision he openly criticized.

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