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GOP Congressman in California Swing-District Race Defends Vote for Medicaid Cuts

In a race that could help decide control of Congress, Republican U.S. Rep. David Valadao is trying to hold on to his swing-district seat. The congressman didn’t mention healthcare at a recent campaign rally in Bakersfield, but voters can't stop talking about it.

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KFF Health News· Oct 23, 9:00 AMGOP Congressman in California Swing-District Race Defends Vote for Medicaid Cuts

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