Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (8th District of Illinois)
SCHAUMBURG, IL – Last week, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi visited Loretto Hospital in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood and River Bluff Nursing Home in Rockford to highlight how President Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” is threatening health care for Illinois families. The law slashes $911 billion from Medicaid, risking coverage for more than 535,000 Illinoisans and putting hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics across the state in jeopardy.
During his visits, Congressman Krishnamoorthi met with health-care workers and administrators who described how shrinking reimbursements are already forcing tough decisions about patient care. At Loretto Hospital — where 83 percent of patients rely on Medicaid — staff warned that cuts could shutter maternal-health and mental-health programs. At River Bluff Nursing Home, caregivers said federal reductions could mean bed closures and longer waitlists for families seeking affordable elder care.
“The so-called ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ is a cruel betrayal of our seniors and working families — slashing Medicaid, jeopardizing hospitals, and threatening the care that keeps communities strong,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “These cuts were made to bankroll tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans at everyone else’s expense. I’ll keep fighting to protect affordable, quality health care for every Illinoisan.”
Following the visits, major Illinois outlets from Chicago to Rockford covered the Congressman’s warning about Trump’s health-care cuts and his call to extend Affordable Care Act premium tax credits before they expire.
WHAT THEY’RE WATCHING
Chicago — Loretto Hospital:
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Loretto Hospital faces financial challenges as shutdown continues
Krishnamoorthi warns of impact of Medicaid cuts in Trump spending plan
Rockford — River Bluff Nursing Home:
Congressman Krishnamoorthi highlights Medicaid importance at Illinois nursing home
Krishnamoorthi warns of nursing home risks under Trump’s proposed bill
WHAT THEY’RE HEARING
Chicago – Loretto Hospital
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