Some Republicans have raised concerns about potential cuts to anti-poverty programs that their constituents rely on as they search for ways to pay for Trump’s legislative agenda.

The president’s record shows a consistent openness to Medicaid cuts, which would seem required for his big goal of extending tax cuts.

House Republicans propose significant Medicaid cuts in their new budget resolution, sparking concerns even among GOP members.

The House’s sweeping budget plan to advance President Donald Trump’s agenda could result in steep cuts to Medicaid and food stamps, putting a key group of Republicans in a politically difficult position ahead of a potential vote next week in the narrowly divided chamber.

The debate over Medicaid funding is heating up in the House as Republicans negotiate a massive bill to advance President Trump’s policies. Some GOP lawmakers are expressing concerns about the level of spending cuts being sought by fiscal hawks to offset the cost of the legislation.