Hochul's $252B Budget Sparks Controversy Over Soaring Medicaid Costs

• Gov. Hochul proposes a $252B budget with high Medicaid costs.
• Nearly half of the budget is allocated to Medicaid.
• State-funded Medicaid rises by $6.4B this year.
• Critics say Medicaid spending isn't sustainable for taxpayers.
• Hospital groups quiet on the Medicaid budget despite past criticism.
• The budget includes debated revenue and financial aid.
• Increased funding may benefit the powerful health-care sector.