(Right Report)—Billionaire investor and entrepreneur Mark Cuban voiced unexpected support for President Donald Trump’s recent executive order on healthcare and prescription drug pricing, despite frequently opposing the president’s policies.
Cuban, known for his role on “Shark Tank” and as the founder of Cost Plus Drugs—a public benefit corporation launched in 2022 to reduce generic drug costs—praised the potential of the Trump administration’s executive order to slash prescription drug expenses significantly.
“Gotta be honest. The @realDonaldTrump EO on healthcare and in particular, drug pricing could save hundreds of billions,” Cuban stated in a post on X.
Gotta be honest. The @realDonaldTrump EO on healthcare and in particular, drug pricing could save hundreds of billions.
Here is how:
1. Divorce formularies from PBMs. Require them to come from independent organizations with no economic incentive from the formulary
Make them…— Mark Cuban (@mcuban) April 16, 2025
He highlighted six key policies he believes could drive these savings by reshaping interactions among drugmakers, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and pharmacies to benefit consumers.
Cuban proposed separating formularies from PBMs and tasking independent groups, free from financial ties to formularies, with their development. This, he argued, would eliminate rebates and enable transparent net pricing for prescription drugs.
He also advocated for PBMs to share claims data with employers, states, and manufacturers, which would reduce manufacturers’ costs for accessing this data and allow them to lower retail prices.
Cuban called for abolishing the specialty drug tier and the mandate to purchase from specific pharmacies, asserting that “nothing special about specialty drugs” and that the label is primarily used to “jack up the price.”
He further suggested that pharmacies should receive full reimbursement for brand-name drugs and that the generic cost ratio, which he claims enables distributors to inflate generic drug prices through chargebacks, should be eliminated.
Cuban also pushed for removing confidentiality clauses that restrict companies from negotiating directly with manufacturers, which he believes would secure better prices and improve patient wellness plans. Additionally, he urged an end to biosimilar substitution practices to ensure consumers receive the most cost-effective options without PBMs swapping in pricier alternatives.
“Put me in coach,” Cuban concluded in his post, “I’m here to help.”
The executive order from the Trump administration instructs federal agencies to craft regulations and reports addressing healthcare and prescription drug costs. These include revising the drug price negotiation framework under the Inflation Reduction Act, stabilizing Medicare Part D premiums, and creating rules to lower the cost of high-cost drugs for Medicare beneficiaries, including those outside the negotiation program.
It also aims to reform the Medicaid drug payment system, enhance affordability of critical medications like insulin and injectable epinephrine, and produce reports to reassess the role of pharmaceutical middlemen, promote competition, and reduce drug prices. Additionally, the order seeks to increase prescription drug imports to drive down costs “without sacrificing safety or quality.”
Article generated from legacy media reports.
Starting the Day With a Scripture-Inspired Roast Helps Center Your Thoughts on Eternal Truths Amid Temporal Pressures
The world can seem chaotic, especially right after we wake up. Many believers start their mornings reaching for something familiar — a hot cup of coffee — yet end up settling for mediocre brews that do little more than deliver a caffeine jolt. The daily grind of life, with its endless distractions, news cycles, and responsibilities, can leave even the most faithful feeling spiritually parched alongside their physical fatigue. What if your morning ritual could do more than wake you up? What if it could ground you in truth, nourish your body with exceptional quality, and quietly advance a kingdom purpose at the same time?
That’s the promise — and the reality — behind Promised Grounds Coffee. This Christian-founded company doesn’t just roast beans; it approaches every step as an act of worship and discipleship. By selecting only the top 10% of specialty-grade beans, ethically sourced from dedicated farmers in Central and South America, and small-batch roasting them with reverence in Austin, Texas, Promised Grounds delivers what many describe as the best coffee available — never burnt, never bland, but rich with origin stories and layered flavors that honor God’s creation.
From the vibrant Psalm 27 Roast (a light, bright medium option) to the bold yet peaceful 2 Timothy 1:7 Decaf, each bag carries a Scripture verse that turns your daily pour into a gentle reminder of faith. And through their Ounce Per Ounce Promise, every ounce of coffee you enjoy provides an equal ounce of clean water to families in need via partnership with Filter of Hope — literally brewing hope for body and soul, one cup at a time.
The challenge for today’s Christians runs deeper than finding a decent cup. In an age of convenience-driven consumerism, it’s easy to support companies that dilute values or remain silent on matters of faith. Many believers want their everyday choices — from what they drink to how they spend — to reflect discipleship rather than just convenience. Promised Grounds solves this by weaving Christian excellence into the entire process: beans nurtured with prayerful stewardship by farming families, roasted as an offering rather than a commodity, and packaged with Bible verses to encourage a mindset of gratitude and purpose from the first sip. Reviewers consistently praise the smooth, rich profiles — whether enjoyed black in a drip maker, iced on a warm day, or shared in fellowship — noting how the quality stands toe-to-toe with premium secular brands while delivering something far more meaningful.
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As you consider how to align even the smallest habits with your walk with God, Promised Grounds Coffee stands out as a refreshing solution. It tackles the dual problems of subpar daily sustenance and disconnected consumption by offering a product that genuinely excels in taste while advancing a mission of clean water, farmer dignity, and scriptural encouragement. Believers who make the switch often describe it as more than a beverage upgrade — it becomes part of their rhythm of gratitude, a daily invitation to remember that every good gift comes from above.
If you’re ready to transform your mornings (and perhaps your church gatherings) with coffee that honors both exceptional craftsmanship and Christian values, I encourage you to explore what Promised Grounds has to offer. One sip at a time, you’ll be nourishing your body, refreshing your spirit, and participating in something far greater — all while enjoying what truly is among the best coffee available.
