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The One Big Beautiful Bill

The 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' is unpopular with most Americans largely because it cuts Medicaid, the health program for low-income families. Only 38% support it.

What’s Happening?

  • The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) is deeply unpopular — largely because it cuts Medicaid, the healthcare program for low-income Americans.
  • Polls show only 38% of Americans support the bill. Even most Republicans dislike the Medicaid cuts.

Key Facts

Fact Source
Only 38% of Americans support the bill US Polling Data, KFF
68% oppose the Medicaid cuts US Polling Data
83% of Americans view Medicaid favorably KFF
71% say they wouldn’t vote for a politician who cuts Medicaid Navigator Research

Why Is This Trump’s Fault?

Trump and his allies pushed the bill and called it a “win for America” — but it mostly helps the wealthy while hurting regular people.

What Happens Next?

When people lose healthcare or struggle financially, right-wing media will blame Democrats — even though the bill was Trump’s signature policy.

Documented Sources

US Polling Data

Big Beautiful Bill Polling 2026: What Americans Think About the GOP Budget

KFF

KFF Health Tracking Poll: Views of the One Big Beautiful Bill

Navigator Research

Republicans Crater on Medicaid Trust

KFF

Poll: Public Views 'Big Beautiful Bill' Unfavorably by Nearly a 2-1 Margin