Illinois leader disputes claims about federal funding cuts

State Representative Tony McCombie (IL) | Representative Tony M. McCombie (R) 89th District

By NW Illinois News

Jan 30, 2025

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie addressed the House Floor on Wednesday to challenge claims that the Trump Administration had stopped funding essential programs such as Medicaid and school lunches.

McCombie clarified these misconceptions, labeling them as 'gaslighting' and explained that federal agencies were instructed to review their financial assistance programs. This review was to ensure alignment with President Trump's recent executive orders.

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