Karoline Leavitt's Arithmetic Is Off: Reporters Were Left Speechless By Her Assertion

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has again made a remarkable assertion: that President Donald Trump will reduce drug prices by “200, 300, 100 percent.” This echoes Trump’s own extravagant claims, where he has cited reductions up to an astonishing “1,200, 1,300, 1,400, 1,500 percent.”During a recent White House briefing, a journalist inquired if Trump would elaborate on his willingness to collaborate with Democrats regarding the crucial Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance subsidies, especially as the government shutdown progresses into its second week.Leavitt emphasized the president's dedication to overhauling the healthcare system, referencing a commitment made during a meeting with a major pharmaceutical firm, which allegedly vowed to slash prices for American patients. However, more than eight months into his term, Trump has yet to present a viable healthcare plan and appears focused on dismantling the ACA—a significant legislative achievement of former President Barack Obama. As skepticism mounted on social media regarding her claims, many questioned why the press didn’t challenge her statements directly.