August recess is over. Congress will be focused, once again, on trying to avoid a government shutdown. Members will also be preparing for the impact of President Trump's Big, Beautiful Bill.

One of the most urgent needs is what to do about federal funding reductions in Medicaid and Medicare. Overall, $1 trillion will be cut over the next 10 years, and our rural hospitals may be especially hard hit.

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Congressman Joe Courtney has started addressing some of these issues with his constituents.

Mike Hydeck : He's here now to explain what's coming up next on this. Congressman, welcome back. First, can you remind us why rural hospitals, specifically, like Backus in Plainfield or Day Kimball in Putnam are especially at ris

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