Morning Wire Biden Admin Targets Conservatives & Net Neutrality Revived | 1.20.24
Jan 20, 2024
The Biden administration faces allegations of politically motivated Medicaid audits targeting red states like Florida. There's a deep dive into the controversy of using anti-terrorism funds for activism against conservatives. Meanwhile, the revival of net neutrality is scrutinized, with discussions on how it could affect internet innovation. Additionally, a new initiative in Rhode Island aims to bolster media literacy among teachers, raising questions about federal funding and potential biases in education.
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Potential Bias in Medicaid Audits
- The Biden administration may have targeted red states for Medicaid audits.
- Emails suggest Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) applied different standards to blue states.
Florida Audits and DeSantis' Presidential Run
- Florida's Agency for Healthcare Administration Secretary, Jason Weta, noted increased audits as DeSantis' presidential prospects rose.
- He suggests potential weaponization against the Florida governor.
DHS Funding of "Counterpropaganda"
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) used anti-terrorism funds for "counterpropaganda."
- This "propaganda" targeted misinformation on topics like racial justice and immigration.