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Sen. Joni Ernst's comment, "we are all going to die," to a question about Medicaid changes under the new bill has sparked controversy.
The proposed bill would require nondisabled Medicaid recipients to work at least 80 hours per month and would also increase eligibility checks.
An estimated 10.9 million Americans could lose Medicaid coverage by 2034 if the bill passes.
Medicaid changes under the have gained attention after a Republican senator said, " ," in response to a town hall question.
was speaking about at a town hall on May 30 when someone from the audience shouted, " !"
"People are not – well, we all are going to die. For heaven’s sakes, folks," Ernst responded in a now-viral refrain.
House Minority Leader , went on to tell CNN on June 1, "people will lit
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