Trump order targets drug pricing but lacks fast relief
President Trump signed an executive order to pressure drug makers toward lower U S prices, aiming at Medicare Medicaid and private plans. Experts say details are thin and likely to face court challenges. MFN pricing and overseas price targets are part of the plan, with no clear implementation timeline.
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Scaled-back Medicaid plan threatens millions in cuts
The House health care bill proposes new beneficiary rules and work requirements, aiming to cut Medicaid by about 715 billion over a decade while shifting costs and tightening eligibility. It would not alter federal Medicaid contributions but would reduce coverage as people drop out, with broader reforms linked to Trump tax cuts and energy savings.
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Trade truce with China hailed relief for markets
Washington and Beijing agreed to a temporary 90 day tariff truce lowering U S duties to 30 percent and Chinese duties to 10 percent starting Wednesday. Wall Street reacted with major indexes up over 2 percent as investors welcomed the reset while economists warned consumer prices and shipping costs may rise in the near term.
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Trump weighs free Air Force One replacement from Qatar
President Trump backs accepting a donated Air Force One replacement from Qatar calling it a no brainer. Critics warn the gift could weaponize symbolism and raise security, ethical, and legal concerns while the plan prompts partisan backlash as he travels toward the Middle East with a stop in Qatar.
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U S halts cattle imports from Mexico over flesh-eating fly
The United States suspends imports of live cattle horses and bison at southern border ports due to the New World screwworm a flesh eating parasitic fly spreading from Mexico. The move aims to safeguard livestock amid rising U S meat prices and profits while Mexico objects calling the measure unjust.
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