Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he hopes to hold a vote on the bill by Christmas, but he still needs the support of his caucus' centrist members.
In a Monday speech, President Biden sought to emphasize the benefits of the prescription drug pricing plan in his Build Back Better agenda, the fate of which remains uncertain as the plan continues to face pushback from moderate Democrats in the Senate.
“... We need Congress to finish the job, to come together and make a difference in people’s lives,” Biden added.
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