New York Gov. Kathy Hochul condemned congressional Republicans’ new tax and spending law Thursday, calling its impact “beyond unconscionable,” according to Spectrum News 1. The law, signed by President Trump, slashes Medicaid by over $1 trillion and threatens health coverage for 1.5 million New Yorkers while putting food assistance for 3 million more at risk.
Hochul assembled her cabinet to strategize budget cuts and fill a $750 million gap, with agencies expected to propose staffing reductions and spending limits. She warned the cuts could force hospital closures and worsen public health access statewide.
The governor vowed to hold New York’s GOP House members accountable and plans a statewide tour to spotlight the fallout. She also hinted at distrust in Trump’s leadership, citing his reluctance to release Epstein-related files.
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