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Trump claims his Act helped cure many terminally ill people - “Saved 1000s of lives”

Trump claims his Act helped cure many terminally ill people - “Saved 1000s of lives”

18 Apr 2026
President Donald Trump said his “Right to Try” Act helped save “thousands of lives,” claiming the policy allowed terminally ill patients to access experimental treatments that led to life-saving outcomes. Speaking about the initiative, Trump argued that the law gave patients hope by bypassing lengthy approval processes and expanding access to potentially life-saving drugs still under development. He described the program as a major success, saying it has helped people who had no other options. The Right to Try Act, signed into law in 2018, allows patients with serious or life-threatening conditions to seek experimental treatments that have not yet received full FDA approval. Supporters say it empowers patients and accelerates access to innovation, while critics argue its real-world impact has been limited and raises concerns about safety and oversight. Trump’s comments have reignited debate over the effectiveness of the program, with ongoing questions about how many patients have benefited and what role it plays in the broader healthcare system. In this video we cover: • Trump’s claim that the Right to Try Act saved thousands of lives • What the law does and how it works • Supporters vs critics on its impact • The broader debate over experimental treatments Watch the full video for the full remarks and stay updated on healthcare policy, medical innovation, and political debates shaping the U.S. #DonaldTrump #RightToTry #Healthcare #USA #USPolitics #America

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