DNC Targets Four Vulnerable Republicans to Preserve Medicaid

The Democratic National Committee (DNC), in partnership with the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), has launched a month-long campaign called the 'Fight to Save Medicaid,' targeting four vulnerable House Republicans—Tom Barrett, Don Bacon, Mike Lawler, and Brian Fitzpatrick—over a GOP budget proposal that Democrats argue would significantly cut Medicaid and other critical social programs. The DNC's strategy includes organizing town halls, encouraging grassroots action, and increasing digital outreach within these lawmakers' districts. DNC Chair Ken Martin warned that supporting the GOP's budget could cost these Republicans their seats, emphasizing public anger over potential healthcare cuts. Republicans have dismissed the campaign as a political stunt, with Rep. Lawler's office asserting he intends to protect and strengthen Medicaid. The DNC and DCCC believe the targeted lawmakers are susceptible due to their moderate districts and the unpopularity of proposed cuts. The campaign highlights the broader partisan clash over social safety net funding ahead of key upcoming elections.