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

KFF Health News | By Jackie Fortiér

Published October 21, 2026 at 6:41 PM EDT

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