On July 2, 2025, over 300 protesters staged a 'die-in' outside Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick's office in Middletown Township to oppose the controversial 'Big Beautiful Bill' ahead of a crucial House vote.

The protest featured mock tombstones with messages that highlighted the potential loss of Medicaid and SNAP benefits, which supporters claim could impact over 12 million people nationwide.

Within Fitzpatrick's First Congressional District, approximately 10,827 residents could lose Medicaid, while 2,027 could lose SNAP assistance, raising significant local concerns.

Kierstyn Zolfo, a co-leader of Indivisible Bucks County, emphasized that cuts to Medicaid could jeopardize housing for over 15,000 senior citizens in Bucks County.

Sharon Terry Moon from Yardley Indivisible warned that the bill could lead to widespread deaths due to loss of healthcare and access to necessary medications.

Protesters expressed fears that the bill would strip essential services from vulnerable populations, including the elderly and low-income families, with one speaker suggesting it could result in tens of thousands of preventable deaths annually.

Laura Rose, another co-leader of Indivisible Bucks County, criticized Fitzpatrick for not aligning with the majority of his constituents who oppose the legislation, stressing the moral obligation to protect those in need.

Zolfo urged Fitzpatrick to remember the elderly community members who could lose their homes if he votes in favor of the bill, calling on him to uphold his commitment to protect vulnerable populations.

Despite the significant public outcry, Fitzpatrick's office did not respond to requests for comment regarding the protest or the bill.

Contrastingly, the Trump Administration claims that the bill strengthens welfare programs and does not cut Medicare benefits, framing the opposition as fearmongering.

The reconciliation bill, backed by President Trump, is projected to cut Medicaid for 12 million Americans and reduce food aid by over $260 billion.

Protesters aimed to raise awareness about the real-life implications of the bill, addressing both local and national concerns regarding healthcare access and social safety nets.