Republican Candidate Targets Pharmaceutical Industry
Daniel Keenan, a Republican Congressional candidate, has voiced a commitment to address issues he attributes to the pharmaceutical industry. He has criticized individuals he refers to as “trans shooters,” suggesting they are linked to drug-related violence.
Running to replace Republican Rep. Andy Biggs in Arizona, Keenan emphasized the need for lawmakers to act “quickly” to revise health insurance laws, specifically mentioning the need to reconsider HIPAA protections for medical professionals. He believes doctors who prescribe potent medications for profit should be subject to civil lawsuits from those harmed.
“I feel like there’s a target on my back from certain groups, but I’m convinced about my stance, so I’ll just push through,” Keenan expressed. “Those responsible for these violent acts shouldn’t enjoy the same protections as law-abiding citizens under HIPAA.”
Keenan connects the crisis not with the regulatory oversight of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but with the pharmaceutical industry’s motives. “The industry is growing at almost $5 billion. It seems like some healthcare providers are more interested in creating lifelong customers than genuinely helping people,” he argued.
A study from UCLA’s Williams Institute revealed concerning statistics: 81% of transgender adults in the U.S. have experienced suicidal thoughts, while 42% have attempted suicide and 56% have engaged in self-harm.
He is urging a Congressional investigation into what he describes as increasing violence related to the over-prescription of medication. “There’s a noticeable rise in violent incidents perpetrated by individuals from specific groups; the response has been inadequate,” Keenan noted. “Many medical professionals focus too much on political correctness, medicating individuals and returning them to society without addressing real issues.”
Keenan pointed to a Swedish study that claims transgender individuals face suicide rates 19 times higher than others. He referenced several recent shootings where suspects identified as transgender were involved, linking the violence to what he calls “medical negligence” and misleading beliefs regarding gender identity.
A staunch supporter of the Second Amendment, Keenan backs increased security at vulnerable locations like schools, but he insists that the drug therapies prescribed to those experiencing gender dysphoria present deeper societal issues. He remarked that while his own children’s school is equipped with security, many aren’t so fortunate.
“We really need to confront the root causes. I think some of the medications given to trans individuals are driving them towards instability,” he argued.
Keenan believes these matters are common conversation topics among parents in Arizona, noting a growing concern about how children’s health care is being approached. He expressed worry over instances where parents pressure their kids into hormone treatments, stating, “Many advocating for these changes genuinely want their children to be happy, but often overlook the irreversible consequences.”
“It’s frightening how the system appears to prioritize profit over well-being,” he added.
Although many lawmakers seem hesitant to confront the pharmaceutical sector and healthcare establishments benefiting from gender-affirming treatments, Keenan feels there are some willing to take a stand. He asserted, “I’m not influenced by pharmaceutical companies; I believe in doing what’s right, and someone has to lead the charge.”
