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“More than three million Illinoisans rely on Medicaid for life-saving medical treatment,” said Senator Durbin. “Efforts by Republicans in Congress to gut Medicaid to pay for tax breaks for billionaires hurts children, seniors, pregnant women, people with disabilities, and families just trying to get by—and puts hospitals at risk of closure. I will continue working alongside Representatives Kelly and Jackson to defend Medicaid, and I hope Republicans in Congress find the courage to listen to us and abandon this harmful plan.” 

 “Medicaid is a lifeline for over 3.4 million Illinois residents, including over half of our state's children. In my district alone, 268,901 of my constituents are enrolled in Medicaid,” said Rep. Jackson. “They cannot afford to lose their healthcare. As a Medicaid expansion state, Illinois has made critical investments in healthcare access, ensuring that families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities receive the care they need. Cutting Medicaid funding would have devastating consequences, forcing hospitals to consider layoffs and service reductions, jeopardizing care for those who need it most.” 

Susana Mendoza is the 10th comptroller of Illinois, serving since December 2016. A member of the Democratic Party, she formerly served as Chicago city clerk and as an Illinois State Representative, representing the 1st District of Illinois. 

Kam Buckner is member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 26th district. He currently serves as Speaker Pro Tempore and budgeteer. In college, he played football for the Illinois Fighting Illini football team as an offensive tackle and defensive lineman.