February 22, 2025

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Senator Tammy Baldwin to Highlight Impacts of Potential Cuts to Medicaid Funding for Wisconsinites 

MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley and U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) hosted a roundtable with the Milwaukee County Commission on Aging at the Washington Park Senior Center to discuss the critical role Medicaid plays in providing health care services and improving health outcomes for Wisconsinites. Senator Baldwin and County Executive Crowley highlighted the urgent need to protect federal Medicaid funding that provides essential services for vulnerable populations like older adults and people with disabilities.  

“We know that Medicaid is vital for working families across Wisconsin. Any cuts to federal Medicaid funding would have a detrimental impact on the health, safety, and prosperity of folks in Milwaukee County,” said Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley. “I’m grateful that Senator Tammy Baldwin is fighting for our residents, families, and children every single day. Let’s continue working together to protect the quality, affordable health care that Wisconsinites need.” 

“Republicans are threatening to rip away health care from over one million Wisconsinites on Medicaid to pay for tax cuts for billionaires. These aren’t just statistics, these are real people who will have their lives upended if they lose their health care. Today, I was able to hear how devastating this would be for our seniors in Milwaukee,” said Senator Baldwin. “Medicaid is the lifeline that provides health care for 8 million seniors, ensures over 30 million kids can see a doctor and get health care, and helps our rural hospitals keep their doors open.” 

Republicans released a budget blueprint that directed the committee with jurisdiction over Medicaid to find $880 billion in cuts for their upcoming budget to pay for tax breaks for the super-wealthy and large corporations. Last week, President Trump endorsed that blueprint. In Wisconsin, over 1.2 million people are enrolled in Medicaid. About 1 in 3 children in Wisconsin’s rural and metro communities have Medicaid coverage. More than 300,000 kids under age 19 are members of BadgerCare Plus or another Wisconsin Medicaid program. 

During the roundtable, the need for continued federal and state support was emphasized in strengthening Medicaid programs. Leaders representing the Commission on Aging shared stories and perspectives on the challenges facing Medicaid recipients and the detrimental impacts that funding cuts to Medicaid could have on Milwaukee County families.  

Milwaukee County remains committed to advocating for policies that improve health outcomes and expand access to care for all residents. Learn more about Milwaukee County health initiatives here. 

For more information on Milwaukee County’s health initiatives, visit here. 

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