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Saturday, October 17, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
Policy & Law

California's next governor faces hard choices on Medi-Cal

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The state's health program for low-income residents faces rising costs and billions in federal cuts after a rapid expansion. A $4.4 billion loan to keep it running will be repaid over 10 years.

Source: KFF Health News

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