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TrumpRx

TrumpRx is a prescription drug website created and operated by the United States federal government, launched in 2026. It is likely intended to provide prescription medications directly to citizens, although further details regarding its specific function and purpose are not provided.

September 2025: Consideration of TrumpRx Website

In September 2025, Bloomberg News reported that Trump administration officials were considering establishing a website to partially fulfill President Donald Trump's demands that drugmakers reduce their prices.

October 2025: Agreement with AstraZeneca

In October 2025, the Trump administration reached a deal with AstraZeneca, listing Farxiga, Airsupra, and FluMist as eligible for direct pricing on AstraZeneca Direct.

January 2026: TrumpRx Launch Delay

In January 2026, the scheduled launch of TrumpRx did not occur. On January 29, 2026, during a cabinet meeting at the White House, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. indicated the website would be operational "in 10 days," but did not provide a specific date.

January 2026: TrumpRx Website Set to Go Online

On September 30, 2025, Trump announced TrumpRx from the Oval Office. The website was set to go online in January 2026.

February 5, 2026: TrumpRx Website Launch

The TrumpRx website was launched on February 5, 2026.

February 2026: YouGov Survey on TrumpRx

A February 2026 YouGov survey revealed that public support for the government website varied significantly depending on whether it was referred to as TrumpRx. Approval rates dropped and disapproval rates increased when the name TrumpRx was used, particularly among Democrats and Independents, while Republican support remained strong.

February 2026: TrumpRx Drug Availability and Alternatives

As of February 2026, 43 drugs were available on TrumpRx at its launch on February 5, 2026. While many medications on TrumpRx have more affordable generic versions available through platforms like GoodRx and Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs, the site aims to offer the lowest-cost options for branded products.

2026: TrumpRx Creation

In 2026, TrumpRx, a prescription drug website operated by the United States federal government, was created.