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Trump's Tariff Probe on Medicines Sparks National Security Concerns

4/15/2025

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Trump Considers Tariffs

President Trump is probing tariffs on imported medicines, raising national security alarms. This controversial decision threatens to hike drug prices and create shortages, sparking concern across party lines. Experts warn that such tariffs may not revive U.S. production and could jeopardize access to affordable medications for millions who depend on generics from China and India.

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California AG's Bold Action

Americans are feeling the sting of soaring drug prices, especially when compared to other nations. The Trump administration's "most-favored nation" pricing plan may exacerbate these issues. In a bold move, California's attorney general and 39 others are calling on Congress to eliminate pharmacy benefit managers' ownership of pharmacies, arguing that their practices stifle competition and restrict access to essential medications.

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Trump Considers Tariffs

President Trump is probing tariffs on imported medicines, raising national security alarms. This controversial decision threatens to hike drug prices and create shortages, sparking concern across party lines. Experts warn that such tariffs may not revive U.S. production and could jeopardize access to affordable medications for millions who depend on generics from China and India.

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