Dr. Mehmet Oz has introduced new Medicaid regulations under President Donald Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, requiring able-bodied adults under 64 to work or volunteer at least 80 hours per month to maintain eligibility. The policy also mandates twice-yearly eligibility checks and reduces government funding for undocumented immigrants and gender-related care. Dr. Oz emphasized that Medicaid will continue to support Americans who fulfill their potential and comply with these work requirements, framing the changes as necessary to prevent Medicaid from facing bankruptcy. Supporters argue that the reforms refocus Medicaid on prioritizing those truly in need and have bipartisan appeal. Oz highlighted the current labor market imbalance, noting there are twice as many jobs as available workers, reinforcing the law’s requirement for recipients to seek employment. The announcement included a symbolic reference to avoiding “carrot cake” as a metaphor for resisting complacency among beneficiaries.