Washington, DC(February 25, 2025)-- - Today, Congressman Van Drew issued the following statement regarding the passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 House budget resolution.
"As much as I wanted to see a different budget resolution, I ultimately voted for it because it is essential to move the budget process forward so real negotiations can begin," said Congressman Van Drew. "Americans made it clear they want a better budget—one that reins in spending while protecting the services families rely on. Let me be clear: I will not cut Medicare, Social Security, or Medicaid. As we head into the next phase, I will fight like hell to ensure we safeguard these critical programs while also addressing our deficit, ensuring President Trump's agenda can be funded, and cutting wasteful spending. I have had numerous one-on-one conversations with President Trump on this matter, and he shares my philosophy—these programs must be protected for the low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities who rely on them. President Trump and I are on the exact same page on this important issue.
"Unfortunately, there has been some misinformation circulating about this budget resolution. The facts are simple: the resolution does not cut Medicare benefits, Social Security is fully protected, and there are no cuts to Medicaid. Furthermore, this resolution is not a law—it is a non-binding framework that sets broad budgetary goals. No actual changes to Medicare, Social Security, or Medicaid can happen through a budget resolution alone. Any real cuts would require separate legislation, which I would vehemently oppose.
"I will always fight to protect the programs that Americans depend on while working to ensure our nation remains fiscally responsible and economically strong."