Trump: Macron Begged Over Tariffs, Forced France to Triple Drug Prices

• Donald Trump claimed French President Emmanuel Macron pleaded with him to avoid tariffs.
• Trump stated he threatened a 25% tariff on French goods, including champagne and wine, to force France to raise drug prices.
• He alleged Macron agreed to increase drug prices by 200% or more, asking to keep it secret.
• Trump's "Most Favored Nation" policy aims to lower US drug prices by matching lowest international rates.
• He announced TrumpRx.gov for lower-priced drugs, claiming US prices decreased while French prices rose.

Why It Matters: Trump claims he used tariff threats to force France and other nations to raise drug prices, benefiting US consumers.