Trump will sign a decree on Medicare
Donald Trump will sign a Medicare decree and allow cheaper drug imports from Canada. Writes Fox NewsThis is part of a broader plan ahead of the 2020 presidential election.
The decree would strengthen Medicare’s 44 position for millions of Americans, and Democratic presidential candidates hope to expand it across the country in line with proposals by Medicare for All.
It is unclear whether the White House has the legal ability to expand this policy without the approval of Congress.
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When it comes to healthcare, Trump's re-election strategy is to portray progressive Democrats who support Medicare for All.
Earlier this week, the White House proposed a new rule, according to which hospitals must publicly disclose the prices they offer to insurance companies. This measure is designed to increase the transparency of prices for patients who seek medical help.
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Trump's plan appears in the midst of a growing split between moderate Democrats who want to keep private insurance and progressive who want to put it in the hands of the government. Health care dominated democratic debate on this week as the party is still divided over the best option and its cost.
“This is the most important issue facing the public,” former Vice President Joe Biden said during Wednesday's debate.
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