Trump slashes drug prices with bold executive order

Sunday, May 11, 2025, 9:20 pm

President Trump signed an executive order aimed at slashing prescription drug costs by up to 80% across the United States, targeting soaring prices that have long strained consumer wallets. The swift, dramatic move—complete with its trademark bravado—has ignited debates over feasibility while promising immediate relief at the pharmacy.


reuters.com/business / Trump says he will cut drug prices by 59% - Reuters

Trump says he will cut drug prices by 59%  Reuters

zerohedge.com / Trump Announces Order To Reduce Prescription Drug Prices By Up To 80%

Trump Announces Order To Reduce Prescription Drug Prices By Up To 80% President Donald Trump announced late on May 11 that he would sign an executive order which would reduce prescription drug prices in the US by 30% to 80% “almost immediately” while also raising drug prices “rise…

www.ft.com/ / Trump vows to lower drug prices in the US by up to 80 per cent - Financial Times

Trump vows to lower drug prices in the US by up to 80 per cent  Financial Times


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