As Drug Affordability Debate Intensifies, Trump Lists Achievements, Talks Solutions

As Drug Affordability Debate Intensifies, Trump Lists Achievements, Talks Solutions
President Donald Trump talks to reporters during a meeting with members of his cabinet in the Cabinet Room at the White House on Feb. 12, 2019. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images
Venus Upadhayaya
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During a cabinet meeting, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar told President Donald Trump on Oct. 21 that the federal government’s efforts have led to “the largest decrease” in prescription drug prices “in 51 years.”

While drug affordability has been a priority for decades, the Trump administration recently revealed some numbers behind its achievements.

Venus Upadhayaya
Venus Upadhayaya
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Venus Upadhayaya reports on India, China, and the Global South. Her traditional area of expertise is in Indian and South Asian geopolitics. Community media, sustainable development, and leadership remain her other areas of interest.
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