The funding bill House Republican leaders released on Saturday does not avert cuts for doctors who treat Medicare patients — a blow to Republicans who had pushed for the changes that also could risk alienating members whose support will be needed to pass the legislation.
The Trump agenda faces opposition within the GOP, with some members expressing concerns over proposed cuts to social safety nets and others worried about costs.
Democrats and Republicans are likely to face off next week as a government shutdown looms during for the Trump administration.
House Democratic leaders warned Friday that they won’t back a long-term extension of current funding levels, which GOP leaders are teeing up for a vote next week.  The top Democrats — Minority
But Trump has said the GOP shouldn’t cut benefits for Social Security, Medicare or Medicaid. Those are the three largest social safety net programs, which together accounted for roughly $3.2 ...