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A GOP congressman voted to cut Medicaid. It covers 62% of his district. Can he win?

NPR · Oct 22, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Republican U.S. Rep. David Valadao is fighting for reelection in central California. 6 in 10 residents of his district are covered by Medicaid, which he voted to cut last year.

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