Platner says Collins sided with Trump to cut Medicaid, SNAP and help the rich. That’s False.
PolitiFact – Rulings and Stories — 2026-06-25 15:28:00 — www.politifact.com
Trump Signs Tax Bill Favoring Wealthy, Cuts to Medicaid and SNAP Spark Debate
President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill into law on July 4, after Vice President JD Vance broke a tie vote in the Senate. The legislation, described as Trump’s signature tax and spending bill, has drawn criticism for delivering larger benefits to billionaires and corporations while making historic cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Tax Cuts for the Wealthy, Safety Net Cuts for the Poor
The law’s tax changes, according to the Tax Foundation, will increase after-tax incomes across all income groups in 2025 and 2026, but the top 20% of earners will see the largest gains. By 2034, the bottom 20% of earners are projected to see a net reduction in post-tax income due to the expiration of certain deductions and tighter rules for tax credits.
The bill also imposes deep cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, tightening work requirements for both programs. In Maine, SNAP enrollment has dropped by about 13,000 since August 2025, and projections indicate that 28,000 Mainers could lose Medicaid coverage as the law’s provisions take full effect in 2027.
Fact-Check: Collins Opposed Trump’s Bill Over Medicaid Cuts
A recent political ad claimed that Sen. Susan Collins “sided with Trump, giving billionaires and corporations a handout, paid for by cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.” However, the record shows Collins voted against the bill, citing its harmful impact on Medicaid as her primary reason. She supported several amendments to protect Medicaid, but when those failed, she opposed the legislation.
Conclusion
Trump’s legislative priorities, as reflected in the One Big Beautiful Bill, have favored tax relief for the wealthy while reducing support for low-income Americans through cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. Despite claims that some lawmakers aligned with Trump on this issue, the facts show that not all Republicans supported the bill’s final passage, with Collins and others breaking ranks due to concerns over its impact on vulnerable populations.