Latino Caucus Slams Gavin Newsom for Cutting Medicaid for Illegal Aliens

The Latino Caucus in the California State Legislature is criticizing Governor Gavin Newsom for his revised budget, which now excludes new undocumented immigrants from receiving “free” Medicaid, known as Medi-Cal. This change in policy comes after the state accumulated billions of dollars in new debt due to extending healthcare benefits to all illegal aliens last year.

Newsom’s decision to limit enrollment in Medi-Cal has sparked backlash from Latino leaders, who accuse him of betraying their community for his political ambitions. This move is compared to his controversial stance on transgender athletes in sports, which also alienated LGBTQ+ activists.

Critics argue that Newsom’s focus on national issues and potential presidential aspirations has caused him to neglect his responsibilities as governor. There is growing distrust among Californians regarding Newsom’s motives and decision-making process, with many questioning whether he prioritizes the state’s interests over his own political future.