25 Democratic-led states sue Trump administration over Medicaid work requirements

By: Anna Claire Vollers

Outlets: Stateline

Published: June 29, 2026

Words: 734

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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Twenty-five Democratic-led states plus the District of Columbia have sued the Trump administration over its new work requirements for people who get their health insurance through Medicaid.

At issue is a “medically frail” designation that the states say is too narrow and will make it too difficult for ill and disabled people to remain on Medicaid.

They’re challenging the administration’s guidance on who can be exempt from the work requirements included in the so-called …

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