Federal Judge Blocks Trumps Attempt to Cut Medicaid Funding to Planned ParenthoodA federal judge has blocked former President Donald Trumps attempt to halt Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood in twenty-two states. This ruling prevents the enforcement of a Republican-backed measure aimed at preventing taxpayer money from indirectly supporting abortion providers. Planned Parenthood can continue receiving federal reimbursements for non-abortion services through Medicaid. The legal battle over funding dates back to the Hyde Amendments introduction in nineteen seventy-six, which generally prevents federal funds from being used for abortions. The Supreme Court has upheld this restriction in the past. Earlier this year, the Supreme Court ruled that Medicaid recipients cannot sue to force a state to keep Planned Parenthood in the program. The Trump administration and Republican state officials may appeal this case to the Supreme Court, potentially allowing states to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood and similar organizations.

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