Fact Check: Did Susan Collins side with Trump to cut Medicaid and SNAP while helping billionaires and corporations?

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Claimant: Graham Platner (D)


Claim: Sen. Susan Collins “sided with Trump, giving billionaires and corporations a hand out, paid for by cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.”


Rating: FALSE


Explanation: Collins voted to proceed with debate on the bill but later voted against final passage, citing concerns including Medicaid cuts. The claim omits that she opposed the legislation in its final form.


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Date: 07/02/2026


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Last Updated on July 2, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check