Millions on Medicaid may soon have to prove they're working to keep coverage

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The Trump administration has unveiled new Medicaid rules that would require millions of recipients to prove they're working or attending school to maintain coverage. The policy marks a significant shift in eligibility requirements for the federal health insurance program that covers low-income Americans. The rules affect able-bodied adults across multiple states, though exact numbers of those who could lose coverage remain unclear. Supporters argue work requirements incentivize self-sufficiency; critics contend they'll strip coverage from vulnerable populations who struggle to meet documentation demands. The administration presented the changes as promoting personal responsibility while opponents warn of disruptions to healthcare access for those already facing economic hardship.