Three GOP senators back Sanders amendment to slash drug prices
Summary
Three Republican senators voted for a change proposed by Senator Bernie Sanders that aims to lower prescription drug prices. The plan would require drug prices in the U.S. to be no higher than those in Europe or Canada.Key Facts
- The amendment was supported by Senator Bernie Sanders from Vermont.
- It aims to reduce the cost of prescription drugs for Americans.
- The proposal would set a limit so that U.S. drug prices cannot exceed those charged in Europe or Canada.
- Three Republican senators voted in favor of this amendment.
- Two Republicans who voted yes are Susan Collins from Maine and Dan Sullivan from Alaska.
- These two senators are considered to be in risky political positions.
- The vote took place early on Thursday morning.
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