As a candidate, Donald Trump promised voters that he would allow Medicare to negotiate drug prices, which would go a long way to reining in soaring prescription drug costs. In 2016, candidate Trump stated, "when it comes time to negotiate the cost of drugs, we are going to negotiate like crazy." Yet President Trump has refused to date to follow through on that campaign promise; and worse, he has come out against Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi's sweeping drug bill that includes this important provision.
At a time when high drug costs are forcing many older Americans to ration their medications or simply forgo the lifesaving drugs they need altogether, President Trump has so far rejected common sense drug pricing legislation that has the support of a large number of lawmakers in the House of Representatives. As you know, large drug companies have a lot of power and influence in Washington and they're putting enormous pressure on President Trump and members of Congress to oppose legislation that would cut into their bottom line (Huge Profits!) and help level the playing field.
A recent report found that nearly eight in ten Americans say the cost of prescription drugs is unreasonable, with voters from both parties agreeing that reducing the cost of prescription drugs should be one of Congress' top priorities. For years, the National Committee has been beating the drum about seniors' rising health care costs. That's why the National Committee has launched our nationwide "Don't Cut Pills, Cut Profits" campaign.
The National Committee is committed to raising awareness about this crucial issue among more Americans, the media and our elected officials, and ultimately building enough support in Congress and the Trump Administration for legislation that will curb high drug prices and ensure older Americans have access to affordable, quality prescription drugs.
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