Gov. Greg Abbott doubles down his support on rare public fight for Medicaid funding

Texas is fighting to recover nearly $10 billion in Medicaid funding withheld by the federal government, which questions the state's hospital tax calculations. The funds help hospitals cover costs for Medicaid patients and are delayed, costing hospitals $27 million daily. Texas officials assert compliance with federal law, while federal agencies seek assurance on fund use. The dispute follows federal Medicaid cuts and affects hospital funding amid Texas' high uninsured rate.