May 13, 2026

JD Vance Intensifies Threats to States Over Medicaid Fraud Compliance

Vice President JD Vance warned states could lose federal funding if they do not aggressively prosecute Medicaid fraud, emphasizing accountability for state Medicaid officials.
California's Medicaid reimbursements are being deferred by $1.3 billion due to alleged inadequate fraud enforcement, prompting Vance to call out specific states for their lack of action.
Ohio and Maryland are highlighted as examples of states effectively addressing fraud, while Vance criticized California, Hawaii, and New York for not taking the issue seriously.