SUMMARY: Medicaid expansion discussions in Mississippi reached an impasse as Senate representatives failed to attend a planned meeting with House members. The House expressed a readiness to negotiate, proposing coverage for individuals up to 138% of the federal poverty level with a tentative work requirement. The plan could potentially cover 200,000 residents, with a 90-10 federal to state cost-share. The Senate's counter-proposal requires a 30-hour workweek for coverage up to 100% of the poverty level, with a 77-23 federal to state cost-share, impacting around 80,000 people. Mississippi remains one of 10 states without expanded Medicaid.

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SUMMARY: U.S. Speaker Mike Johnson, visiting Jackson Preparatory School for a speech, joined “MidDays with Gerard Gibert” to discuss national and international issues. Johnson denounced pro-Palestinian campus protests, citing extreme violence in a recent attack attributed to Hamas and calling for student protection, especially for Jewish students. He supported additional aid to Ukraine, emphasizing American interest in the aid and the need to project strength. Johnson also addressed border security concerns, criticizing Biden's policies, and emphasized the need for a change in budgetary processes, advocating for split and detailed appropriations bills. Johnson succeeded McCarthy as House Speaker.

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SUMMARY: Tomekia Reed, a celebrated coach with strong feats at Jackson State—including three consecutive 20-win seasons and a conference record of 95-10—is leaving to helm Charlotte Women's Basketball. Reed's tenure at JSU saw five SWAC regular season and three tournament wins, with two NCAA Tournament appearances. She starts her new chapter at Charlotte with enthusiasm, aligning with the leadership's vision and motivated to drive success. Reed boasts an overall record of 125-54 and is highly recognized for her coaching achievements and recruiting capabilities, having begun her coaching journey in 2006.

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