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Homeless Hail Trump’s Plan to Make Life-Ruining Pills Affordable Again

The White House has unveiled a new policy capping prescription drug prices, a move President Donald Trump touted as a victory for struggling Americans.


The announcement has sparked an unexpected wave of enthusiasm among the nation’s homeless population, many of whom say they can now afford the very pills that first derailed their lives.


Across urban encampments, individuals expressed hope that cheaper prescriptions would let them swap street drugs for the pharmaceuticals they blame for their downward spiral.


The policy targets skyrocketing costs of medications, which have long been a point of contention in healthcare debates.

Data from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows that nearly one in four Americans with prescription drug coverage still struggle to afford their medications, pushing some toward illicit alternatives.


“I’m thrilled,” said Carl Jenkins, a 42-year-old living under a Los Angeles overpass. “Heroin’s been my go-to since Oxy got too pricey, but now I can get back to the good stuff that started this whole mess.”


Advocates for the homeless argue that high prescription costs have fueled addiction crises, with many turning to cheaper, dangerous substances when legal drugs become unaffordable.


The new price cap aims to curb this trend by making medications more accessible. Maria Gonzales, a former nurse now residing in a San Francisco tent, shared her optimism.


“I lost my job and house because of my pill habit,” she said. “Now I can afford to get back on track.”

Critics of the policy warn that lowering drug prices without addressing underlying addiction issues could exacerbate cycles of dependency.


A report from the National Institute on Drug Abuse indicates that prescription opioid misuse remains a leading cause of homelessness in urban areas.


“This is a game-changer,” said Reggie Thompson, a Seattle resident who has lived on the streets for three years. “I can’t wait to get my hands on those pills again. They’re like an old friend who ruined my life.”


The administration has yet to release details on how the price cap will be enforced or funded, leaving some analysts skeptical of its long-term impact.


Still, the mood in homeless encampments remains jubilant, with many already planning their return to pharmaceutical dependence.


“It’s a new day,” Jenkins added, clutching a tattered blanket. “I can almost taste the relief.”


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