'Greed knows no bounds': Texas Dem chair rips GOP over rural hospital closures

Rural Healthcare Crisis - Rural healthcare faces a crisis due to potential cuts and closures [1][2] - Texas children, especially those outside major cities, risk losing healthcare access due to Medicaid cuts affecting 30-40% of children [1] - Many Texas counties lack hospitals equipped for childbirth, posing risks for pregnant individuals in emergencies [3] Impact of Policy - A policy is projected to shut down over 300 rural hospitals nationwide [2] - East Texas families may need to travel 45 minutes to an hour to reach a hospital [2] - Rural hospitals struggle to remain open, facing challenges exacerbated by government actions [3] Government Responsibility - The government's role is to provide services to its citizens, not to generate profit [4] - The government is failing to provide services to working-class people [4] - Resources meant for public services are being redirected to wealthy individuals [4]