A Republican proposal for $880 billion in spending cuts drew hundreds of disabled New Jerseyans and their advocates to the Statehouse.| North Jersey Media Group
Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s support for Medicaid cuts targeting "waste, fraud, and abuse" raises concerns about the impact on low-income New Jerseyans.| nj
Medicaid is no longer just aiding the sick. It is a program for people who are able to work and the budget has ballooned as a result. We need to rein it in or watch our debt skyrocket.| Fox News
Dozens of protestors picketed outside U.S. Rep. Chris Smith's office in Toms River, calling on the GOP congressman to protect Medicaid and Medicare.| Asbury Park Press
"As much as I wanted to see a different budget resolution, I ultimately voted for it because it is essential to move the budget process forward so real negotiations can begin," said Congressman Van Drew. "Americans made it clear they want a better budget—one that reins in spending while protecting the services families rely on. Let me be clear: I will not cut Medicare, Social Security, or Medicaid. As we head into the next phase, I will fight like hell to ensure we safeguard these critic...| U.S. Congressman Jefferson Van Drew