Summary
President Trump announced a plan to make in vitro fertilization (IVF) more affordable by working with the company EMD Serono to offer discounted fertility drugs on a new prescription website, TrumpRx. He also promoted new government guidance that allows companies to offer supplemental insurance for fertility, similar to vision or dental insurance.
Key Facts
- President Trump promised to make IVF free during his 2024 presidential campaign, but the plan has not been realized yet.
- On Thursday, Trump announced that EMD Serono will provide discounted fertility drugs in the U.S.
- This initiative is part of TrumpRx, a prescription marketplace set to start in 2026.
- Trump previously threatened 100-percent tariffs on drug companies unless they manufactured in the U.S., which he credits for getting companies on board.
- Trump noted that companies can now legally offer supplemental insurance specifically for fertility treatments.
- Laws vary in the U.S. regarding insurance coverage of fertility treatments like IVF.
- More than 26 million Americans do not have health insurance, and many lack supplemental insurance for dental and vision care.
