Local Medicaid saved her son’s life—Republicans want to cut it The 'Gander Staff May 9, 2025 Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window)X Share on Mail (Opens in new window)Mail Copy link WATCH: Michigan mom Taylor Johnson is raising a 6-year-old with Down syndrome. She says Medicaid is the only reason her family can afford the care her son needs—and she’s speaking out as Republicans in Congress push deep cuts to the program. Popular Elections State Sen. Darrin Camilleri pushes Voting Rights Act as a firewall for Michigan voters Local 16 Michigan patios perfect for your first warm-weather meal of the year News Yes, Mackinac Island ferry prices went up—Here’s your complete guide for 2026 Politics Mike Rogers’ campaign faith coalition has two ties to a church upended by child sex crimes Things To Do Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (May 15-21) Follow Us TikTok YouTube Instagram Facebook Newest Videos News Michigan’s ‘most corrupt’ congressman has some explaining to do News Recent gains in Michigan’s public schools are at risk—here’s why News Mike Duggan left Detroit with hundreds of toxic waste pits News State level protections against Big Tech aren’t enough says Gov. Whitmer. News Michigan kids caught in platforms designed to keep them scrolling