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May 16, 2026
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Collins praises Vance, distances herself from Trump

Vice President JD Vance praised Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) in her own backyard on Thursday. A day later, Collins returned the favor.
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The 340B program was created to protect vulnerable patients—instead, it’s helping hospitals earn massive profits. The 340B Rebate Model Pilot provides rapid verification of existing data to prevent illegal “duplicate discounts,” while improving the program’s transparency and accountability. Learn more.

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The 340B program was created to protect vulnerable patients—instead, it’s helping hospitals earn massive profits. The 340B Rebate Model Pilot provides rapid verification of existing data to prevent illegal “duplicate discounts,” while improving the program’s transparency and accountability. Learn more.

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The 340B program was created to help patients. Instead, it’s helping hospitals earn massive profits. The 340B Rebate Model Pilot uses rapid verification of existing data to prevent duplicate discounts, strengthening program transparency and efficiency. Urge HHS to implement the Rebate Model Pilot and ensure 340B functions as intended. Get the facts.

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