President Donald Trump took his economic message directly to blue-collar voters in eastern Pennsylvania on Tuesday, telling workers at a Mack Trucks plant that major savings are on the way for Americans who rely on popular weight-loss medications.
Speaking to a crowd gathered inside the sprawling manufacturing facility, Trump argued that his administration’s prescription drug pricing reforms would dramatically lower costs for millions of seniors beginning next week. The president pointed specifically to GLP-1 medications, a class of drugs that has surged in popularity for both weight loss and diabetes treatment.
“Starting next week, weight loss drugs will be available for just $50,” Trump said. “Think of that, for seniors who previously had to pay $1,200, $1,300, $1,400.”
The remarks came as the administration prepares to expand Medicare access to certain weight-loss medications beginning July 1. Trump credited the lower prices to his “most favored nations” initiative, which seeks to bring U.S. prescription drug costs more in line with prices paid in other developed countries.
“These are the biggest price reductions in the history of our country for anything having to do with drugs, prescription medicine,” Trump told the crowd. “So that alone should win the midterms.”
The president used the event to make a broader appeal for Republican congressional candidates, warning supporters that many of the policies enacted during his administration could be reversed if Democrats regain control of Congress.
Healthcare was only one part of Trump’s message. He also pointed to developments overseas, arguing that easing tensions with Iran would quickly translate into lower energy prices and reduced inflation.
“Oil is going to come charging down and with oil comes everything else,” Trump said.
The president referenced the recently signed memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict involving Iran and reopening stability in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy corridors.
“We’re trying to work out a deal that’s fair,” Trump said, while reiterating that Iran would never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.
Trump also highlighted tax provisions contained in last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, emphasizing tax relief for tips, overtime pay, Social Security benefits, and domestic auto loan interest. He argued that those changes are putting thousands of additional dollars into the pockets of working families.
To illustrate the impact, Trump invited Bethlehem Police Sergeant Sam Elias onto the stage. Elias, a father of six, described how exempting overtime earnings from taxation could significantly benefit law enforcement officers who routinely work extended hours.
“Some pay periods, officers are working over 40 hours of overtime,” Elias said. “That’s why I’m grateful for no tax on overtime.”
The event also featured several of Trump’s familiar campaign themes. He criticized Democratic opponents, pointed to recent socialist-backed candidates in New York politics, and argued that Republicans offer a more practical economic vision.
Trump mixed policy with humor throughout the appearance, joking about Pennsylvania Sen. Dave McCormick and bringing UFC fighter Bo Nickal on stage to enthusiastic applause.
As the rally wrapped up, the president left supporters with a simple message: remember the lower taxes, remember the falling drug prices, and remember them when midterm voting begins. Trump then exited the stage to the sounds of “Y.M.C.A.,” adding a few playful boxing motions before disappearing behind the curtain.
