AFL-CIO President Warns Against Proposed GOP Budget Cuts Targeting Workers

Statement from AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler on the potential impact of the House budget resolution:

As Congress deliberates over a new budget resolution, concerns are rising about its potential consequences on everyday Americans. While Elon Musk is occupied with efforts to reduce the federal workforce, lawmakers are preparing to approve significant tax benefits for large corporations and the wealthiest individuals, potentially at the expense of working families.

The Republican-led proposal, set for a House vote this week, aims to make substantial cuts to essential services such as Medicaid and child food assistance. These reductions threaten critical care for the elderly in nursing homes, vulnerable infants in neonatal care, and could exacerbate child hunger. Job security is also at stake for countless professionals, including healthcare workers, substance abuse counselors, and those employed in food processing and production. The repercussions of these cuts are expected to disproportionately affect rural areas and economically disadvantaged states, putting additional pressure on already strained state and local budgets. Consequently, this could jeopardize the employment of a wide range of public service workers, from librarians to emergency responders.

The budget proposal is seen as a direct challenge to the livelihoods and well-being of ordinary Americans. AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler has urged congressional members to oppose the resolution, emphasizing the need to prioritize the interests of working people.

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