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April 2, 2026
Trump Claims U.S. Can't Afford Child Care, Medicare, Medicaid
- President Trump stated it is 'not possible' for the federal government to fund Medicare, Medicaid, or child care due to ongoing military conflicts.
- He insisted that states should manage these costs, prioritizing military funding over health care.
- Trump's remarks come amidst broader discussions on federal funding for child care and early education.
6 Sources
- Trump says it's 'not possible' for the U.S. to pay for Medicaid, Medicare and daycare: 'We’re fighting wars'Apr 2, 2026 at 3:04 PM · NBC
- Trump suggests states raise taxes to pay for child care, says federal government can't afford itApr 2, 2026 at 4:02 PM · The Hill
- War With Iran Clarifies Trump’s Spending Priorities: The Military, Not Child CareApr 2, 2026 at 5:25 PM · NYT
- Trump backs off campaign promises to protect Medicare, help with child careApr 2, 2026 at 6:33 PM · Washington Post
- Trump: Federal government needs to prioritise funding military over healthcareApr 3, 2026 at 9:19 AM · Independent
- Trump: 'Not possible' to pay for day care and Medicare because U.S. is 'fighting wars'Apr 3, 2026 at 7:23 PM · NBC