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California’s Healthcare Dilemma: The Soaring Cost of Medi-Cal for Undocumented Immigrants

Latino Report2025-03-24T19:03:29-07:00April 2, 2025|California Legislature, Health, Health Care, Immigration, Policy|

California's expansion of Medi-Cal to undocumented immigrants has ballooned from a projected $3.5 billion to $8.5 billion annually, forcing the state to borrow billions. Can California afford its ambitious healthcare policies without risking fiscal stability?

California’s Fast Food Wage Debate: Pay Raise or Job Loss?
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California’s Fast Food Wage Debate: Pay Raise or Job Loss?

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California’s Fast Food Wage Debate: Pay Raise or Job Loss?

Latino Report2025-03-24T18:51:21-07:00March 26, 2025|Budget, California Legislature, California News, Economy, Employment / Jobs|

California's Fast-Food Council debates another minimum wage increase amid soaring living costs. Advocates say higher wages are necessary for survival, but restaurant owners fear job cuts and closures. Could another pay hike help workers or hurt businesses?