ALL THE BEST PEOPLE TOLD ME THIS WASN’T TRUE:

California did indeed give comprehensive Medicaid benefits to all illegal immigrants, free of charge, making it harder for our own citizens to get an appointment.

The cost tripled to $10 billion in just the first year, literally driving the system insolvent. pic.twitter.com/3R9zYtKV3F

— Rep. Kevin Kiley (@RepKiley) October 15, 2025

Previously: Gavin Newsom says California faces a $12 billion deficit and wants to freeze undocumented immigrant health program access.

“Freeze,” not “eliminate.”