In this episode of Paging America, Miles and Dr. Rob break down the week’s wildest in healthcare politics, from updates on the federal government shutdown and Republicans trying to weaponize the FDA and ban abortion pills to RFK Jr.’s latest conspiracy linking autism to Tylenol.
Then, a rare bit of good news: Michigan Budget Director Jen Flood joins Miles to share how her team protected Medicaid despite looming federal cuts and offering a playbook for states under divided government.
Plus: The No Kings rallies are happening across the country on Saturday, find a rally near you at NoKings.org
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Background reading:
BBC: Are Democrats really pushing for free healthcare for undocumented migrants?
CNN: Developer in chief Donald Trump envisions new arch in Washington, DC
The New York Times: The E.P.A. Followed Up on an Unusual Request About Abortion Pills
CBS News: RFK Jr. suggests circumcision is linked to autism. Here’s what experts say.
Detroit Free Press: Michigan budget director hopes next budget process looks ‘a little bit more traditional’
Bridge Michigan: Michigan’s bipartisan budget deal aims to ‘protect’ Medicaid. Here’s how
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