Report: WH Order Will Require That Certain Drugs Be Made In U.S.

The video discusses a draft order requiring essential drugs to be made in the US, limiting federal contracts to US manufacturers. Exceptions are made if domestic producers can't meet demand or raise prices significantly. Peter Navarro proposed a similar order, promoting US-made medical products and streamlining regulatory approvals. The FDA notes that over 70% of active pharmaceutical ingredients for the US are produced abroad.

What does the proposal encourage government agencies to do regarding medical products?

According to the FDA, what percentage of active pharmaceutical ingredients manufacturers supplying the US are based outside of the country?