Seniors in Wheelchairs Arrested on Capitol Hill Protesting Healthcare Cuts

Washington D.C. – Seniors in wheelchairs were reportedly zip-tied and arrested on Capitol Hill today during a peaceful demonstration against a proposed Republican budget bill. The protest aimed to voice opposition to the legislation, which critics argue could significantly impact healthcare access for millions of Americans. The demonstrators, many of whom rely on wheelchairs, were protesting a budget bill that, according to the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office, could lead to over 11.9 million Americans losing their healthcare coverage. Eyewitness accounts and video footage show Capitol Police escorting the seniors from a Senate building after they had gathered to make their voices heard regarding the potential cuts. Advocates for the seniors emphasized the peaceful nature of the protest, highlighting the demonstrators' vulnerability and their commitment to advocating for healthcare rights. The incident has drawn attention to the ongoing debate surrounding federal budget priorities and their direct impact on vulnerable populations.