Castro Statement on Disastrous Republican Budget Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement on the Republican budget bill that passed the U.S. House of Representatives this morning:
“The Republican budget bill that just passed the House is a direct attack on Texas working families, kids, seniors, and women. All Democrats, including me, voted against this bill because it will be disastrous for the country.
“Nearly 150K Texans in my district rely on Medicaid for their healthcare, and health insurance costs for nearly 90K people who have coverage under the ACA in my district will see a 78% increase in their premiums. SNAP provides support for millions of seniors, veterans, children, and working parents across the country, including 96K people in my district. At least 3 million people across the country will lose access to these critical SNAP benefits.
“I want to be clear: Republicans are pulling a reverse Robin Hood — taking from the most vulnerable and giving to the rich. Interest rates are rising, grocery prices are skyrocketing, and Trump’s tariffs have created chaos. And now millions across the country will lose access to healthcare, or their premiums will rise to exorbitant levels. This is devastating policy that hurts, not helps, hardworking folks—all while blowing up our deficit and giving tax breaks to the wealthiest among us.
“This legislation now moves to the Senate before it goes to President Trump. But this process is not over. Folks need to keep calling their representatives, sharing their stories, going to town halls, and staying engaged. We are going to keep fighting and I stand with you in this fight.”