1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 In this episode of Driving the Deal, host Brian Fortune, Senior Managing Director at Farragut Square Group, is joined again by Rodney Whitlock, Vice President at McDermott+ and longtime Capitol Hill health policy expert for a rapid-fire Medicaid update recorded Friday, June 27. As the Senate eyes a final vote on the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act (OBBBA), Rodney offers a real-time look at where things stood at the end of the week. They break down the Senate parliamentarian’s rulings striking several Medicaid provisions, including restrictions on eligibility and changes to provider taxes, and what remains in play, such as work requirements and rural hospital protections. Brian and Rodney also explore why a recent White House memo on state-directed payments may pose an even greater challenge than the bill itself. With pre-conferencing already underway and a final Senate vote expected as soon as tonight (June 30), Rodney walks us through the procedural path ahead. So, if you’re tracking the future of Medicaid funding, state flexibility, or the broader OBBB package, this episode delivers the timely insights you need. McDermott Will &amp; Schulte Health Law Podcast https://www.mwe.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/37228145/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/190219545