4 in 10 Republicans worried Medicaid cuts would hurt their communities: poll

At least 4 in 10 Republicans are worried about the consequences of Medicaid cuts on their families and communities, according to a new survey.

The KFF poll, released Friday, found a partisan divide in the level of concern. Still, about 40 percent of Republicans said they were concerned Medicaid cuts would lead to more adults and children becoming uninsured and negatively impact hospitals, nursing homes and other health care providers in their communities. 

The findings also...