Vice President Kamala Harris will be teaming up with President Joe Biden to unveil reductions in the prices of popular Medicare drugs. The federal government has successfully negotiated agreements with pharmaceutical companies to decrease the costs of 10 of Medicare’s most sought-after and expensive medications. Among the drugs to see a price decrease are Xarelto and Eliquis, both blood thinners, as well as diabetes medications Jardiance and Januvia. Last year, Medicare spent a staggering $50 billion covering these drugs. This development marks a significant milestone for the Medicare program, which extends healthcare coverage to over 67 million elderly and disabled individuals.
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has arranged a news conference at his New Jersey golf club for the second time in as many weeks. Trump is intensifying his criticism of Vice President Harris for her lack of news conferences or interviews since President Biden withdrew from his reelection campaign and endorsed her as his successor. Since becoming the Democratic nominee, the vice president has had minimal interaction with reporters.
In other news, a judge has dismissed Donald Trump’s latest request to recuse himself from his hush money criminal case in New York. The decision was made by Judge Juan M. Merchan, who rejected Trump’s demand, citing inaccuracies and unsubstantiated claims about his impartiality. This marks the third time Merchan has denied such a request from Trump’s lawyers, who argue that the judge’s daughter’s work as a political consultant for prominent Democrats, including Kamala Harris, poses a conflict of interest.
Additionally, the Democratic National Committee is organizing “DemPalooza” events during the party’s convention in Chicago next week. These activities include training sessions, panel discussions, and skill workshops, aimed at equipping Democrats with the necessary tools to engage with voters effectively. The DNC views these programs as crucial in mobilizing voters in the lead-up to the November presidential election.
Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen to address the long-term causes of the rise in border crossings rather than focus solely on immediate border security issues. While critics have labeled her as the “border czar,” administration officials clarify that her mandate is to address the root causes of migration from Central American countries like El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. Harris’ approach to immigration reflects a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in tackling migration issues.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently launched a five-state fundraising tour in Los Angeles, warning of the potential threats posed by Donald Trump to working people, Medicare, and Social Security. Walz cautioned union members about the adverse impact of a Trump administration on labor rights and protections. The governor highlighted the contrast between his vision for the future of workers and the policies advocated by Trump and Ohio Senator JD Vance, who Walz claims have waged a war on working people.