President Donald Trump’s proposed federal cuts would have devastating repercussions in the areas of healthcare and health research, and deep economic consequences in New Jersey, home to the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies.
Trump relies on another billionaire, Elon Musk, to chainsaw $880 billion from the Energy and Commerce Committee, mostly coming from Medicaid. The main government program covering health care insurance and long-term care, Medicaid covers approximately 83 million Americans. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), Medicaid spending accounts for one-fifth of health care spending, more than half of spending for long-term care and a large share of state budgets.
Real people will get hurt, and the Trump-saddled GOP knows it.
Dr. Monica Driscoll, a molecular biologist and biochemist who specializes in neuro-degenerative disease research, said, “I love the way the U.S. has done science – at least in the past.”
But now, “I am stunned and devastated by this government-mediated dismantling of an incredibly successful scientific enterprise,” she said, in a packed general-purpose room in the Life Sciences Building on the Busch Campus.
In the coming days and months, as Musk – under Trump’s command – cuts loose, the New Jersey leaders on this list below will continue to find themselves embroiled, facing consequences weightier than who wins or loses an intellectual debate, and more along the lines of who can help Musk start up or shut down his runaway, flailing chainsaw.
InsiderNJ has published this Healthcare Powerlist as a way of showcasing some of the key players in New Jersey’s complex healthcare policy, practice, and industrial landscape.
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Insider NJ recently released their highly anticipated 2025 Healthcare Powerlist, a comprehensive guide highlighting the most influential and powerful figures in the healthcare industry in New Jersey. This detailed PDF document provides valuable insights into the key players shaping the future of healthcare in the state.
The Healthcare Powerlist includes a diverse range of individuals, from top executives at leading hospitals and healthcare organizations to government officials and policymakers who are driving important healthcare initiatives. These individuals have been selected based on their leadership, innovation, and impact on the healthcare landscape in New Jersey.
One of the key themes that emerges from the Healthcare Powerlist is the importance of collaboration and partnerships in driving positive change in the healthcare industry. Many of the individuals featured on the list are known for their ability to work across sectors and bring together diverse stakeholders to address complex healthcare challenges.
The Healthcare Powerlist also highlights the growing influence of technology and innovation in healthcare. Many of the individuals on the list are leading efforts to leverage cutting-edge technologies such as telemedicine, artificial intelligence, and data analytics to improve patient care, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.
In addition to profiling individual leaders, the Healthcare Powerlist also provides an overview of key trends and developments shaping the healthcare industry in New Jersey. From the impact of healthcare reform to the rise of value-based care models, this document offers a comprehensive snapshot of the current state of healthcare in the state.
Overall, Insider NJ’s 2025 Healthcare Powerlist is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the key players and trends shaping the future of healthcare in New Jersey. Whether you are a healthcare professional, policymaker, or simply a concerned citizen, this document offers valuable insights into the state of healthcare in New Jersey and the individuals who are driving change.