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Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, a U.S. Congressman representing Missouri's 5th district since 2005, has expressed concerns over recent healthcare policies proposed by Republicans through a series of tweets. Cleaver, who succeeded Karen McCarthy in Congress and holds a degree from Prairie View A&M University, currently resides in Kansas City.

On July 3, 2025, Rep. Cleaver criticized Republican efforts to address waste and fraud in healthcare. He stated that these measures force "hardworking Missourians to jump through unnecessary hoops and hurdles to maintain the healthcare they desperately need." "It’s shameful."

Later that day, Cleaver addressed the challenges faced by rural hospitals amidst impending Medicaid cuts. He noted that these hospitals are already struggling financially and warned that the largest cut to Medicaid in history would exacerbate their difficulties. According to him, "It’s going to have devastating consequences for our neighbors."

In another tweet on the same day, Cleaver highlighted potential impacts on millions of Americans' access to healthcare due to Republican actions. He emphasized his support for Rep. Jeffries' efforts to inform the public about these developments, asserting that "The TRUTH will prevail."

Emanuel Cleaver was born in Waxahachie, Texas in 1944 and is now 78 years old.