Americans don’t need announcements, they need lower drug prices
The Hill
by Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), opinion contributor February 26, 2026
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The Trump administration’s new website, TrumpRx, has been criticized as an underwhelming attempt to address high drug prices in America. Compared to popular service GoodRx, which offers users discounts on prescription medications, TrumpRx falls short with fewer options and limited benefits for families struggling with costly prescriptions. Critics argue that the platform is more of a political announcement than a meaningful solution, failing to deliver real relief to those burdened by rising healthcare costs.
The launch of TrumpRx has been met with skepticism from both healthcare advocates and consumers. While GoodRx provides users with access to hundreds of thousands of discounts across various pharmacies, TrumpRx offers significantly fewer options, leaving many families without the assistance they need. This lack of availability undermines its effectiveness as a tool for lowering drug prices, raising questions about whether it truly aims to solve the problem or simply generate attention.
For those struggling with high prescription costs, the limited scope of TrumpRx highlights the broader issue of unaffordable medications in the U.S. Many Americans are left with few options but high expenses, making the lack of accessible and comprehensive solutions a pressing concern. The website’s shortcomings underscore the need for more robust policies that directly address drug pricing rather than symbolic gestures.
Politically, the criticism of TrumpRx reflects the growing demand for tangible action on healthcare costs. Voters and policymakers alike are increasingly focused on finding real solutions to the rising cost of prescription drugs. While announcements and
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/26/2026