Make America Healthy Again
That slogan—“Make America Healthy Again”—seems hard to argue against, yet President Donald Trump’s detractors always find a way. But he’s been backing up the promise.
This month, his administration reached a deal with the largest pharmacy benefit manager, aiming to save $7 billion on prescription drugs for Americans over the next decade.
That same week, the president introduced Trump Rx, an online tool designed to help people find the best prices on medications quickly.
For decades, reform in pharmacy benefit managers and prescription drugs was merely talk. In his second term, Trump implemented these changes in less than a year.
This is yet another indication that Trump is serious about health reform. It’s more than just words—he really is working towards making America healthier.
MAHA is a critical element of Trump’s health agenda, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., from a prominent Democratic family and once a vocal critic of Trump.
However, at a Heritage Foundation event in February marking his first year in office, Kennedy expressed his appreciation for Trump, stating, “It’s a joy to work for him because he allows me to do things I don’t think anyone else would.”
What prompted such a change of heart?
Abraham Lincoln had his “Team of Rivals” approach, and Trump seems to follow suit. He’s more than a change agent; he’s determined to overhaul a bureaucratic system that many see as outdated and inefficient. In health reform, he recognized that RFK Jr. is one of the most innovative figures.
This realization has allowed Kennedy to find a shared vision with Trump.
In Trump’s Cabinet, Kennedy has faced considerable scrutiny. Some doubted MAHA’s success and anticipated a short tenure for him—a belief only compounded by staunch opposition during his confirmation, which he barely secured, even as an independent after leaving the Democratic Party.
Kennedy’s critique of established dietary guidelines from bodies like the FDA and USDA was viewed as radical. His constant opposition to ultraprocessed foods seemed extreme to many.
But interestingly, Americans resonated with his views.
An Axios/Ipsos poll from October 2025 revealed that “about 87% of Americans believe the government should take further action to ensure food safety.” Remarkably, 90% felt that understanding food safety guidelines should be easier.
Just like Trump, Kennedy has successfully transformed public support into tangible outcomes. As reported by Politico, “In his Cabinet year, Kennedy achieved significant victories for his Make America Healthy Again initiative by pushing the boundaries of his executive power.”
Among his accomplishments, the report highlighted that Kennedy “advocated for new guidelines, suggesting that people replace ultraprocessed foods with items like red meat and whole milk—once considered off-limits.”
The American Medical Association, a trusted authority among physicians, recently commended these updated dietary guidelines, emphasizing that they highlight the dangers of highly processed foods and offer clearer direction for healthier choices.
Even the New York Times acknowledged the new guidelines positively, with Brown University professor Emily Oster claiming, “the new nutrition advice is—dare I say?—mostly sensible.”
Trump’s dedication to improving public health may well become a defining part of his legacy. From supporting Kennedy in redefining dietary standards to pharmacy benefit manager reforms and establishing TrumpRx, his administration is paving the way for a healthier nation.
That’s something we can all agree on.
