Trump’s drug price deals deliver savings, but voters may not reward Republicans

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President Donald Trump is racking up deals to slash prescription drug costs as prices fall for consumers, but Democrats and even some Republicans doubt the pocketbook victory will translate into votes in November.

On Monday, Trump announced nine new deals with drug companies to lower costs during a ceremony in the Oval Office, bringing the total number of deals up to 26. White House officials claim that the initiative will save consumers $500 billion over the next decade.

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