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Claims of Prescription Drug Discounts Draw Scrutiny
Recent statements about prescription drug price reductions have raised questions about their accuracy. RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz have defended these claims despite mathematical inconsistencies. (sources: cnn, ap, nytimes)
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Trump has asserted that he achieved discounts on prescription drugs ranging from 400 to 1,500 percent. Critics point out that such discounts are mathematically impossible, as a price reduction cannot exceed 100 percent.
- Trump claims to have secured significant discounts on prescription drugs.
- Critics, including some media outlets, highlight that discounts over 100 percent are not feasible.
- RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz have publicly defended Trump's calculations.
Why it matters
The discussion around these claims reflects broader concerns about the accuracy of information in health policy debates.
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