White House to Consider Medicare Abuse Findings in Trump Bill

Washington D.C. - The White House has indicated its willingness to incorporate findings of Medicare abuse into President Trump's economic legislation, often referred to as the "one big, beautiful bill." During an interview on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett addressed the potential for addressing waste, fraud, and abuse within government healthcare programs.

Hassett stated that while he is familiar with instances of waste and fraud in Medicaid, he has not received specific briefings regarding similar issues within Medicare. However, he assured that if the Senate identifies such problems during its examination of the bill, the White House will "look at it" and consider appropriate action.

The director also highlighted the significance of the ongoing budget process. He cautioned that failure to raise existing budget caps at the conclusion of this process would result in across-the-board budget reductions. This underscores the importance of efficient resource allocation and the need to address potential vulnerabilities within programs like Medicare and Medicaid to ensure their long-term sustainability.

The Senate's assessment of potential Medicare abuse will be a key factor in determining the final form and scope of the Trump administration's economic plan. The White House's willingness to consider these findings suggests a commitment to fiscal responsibility and program integrity.