Tracking every rollback, reversal, and overreach — and the path back to the America we know.
The Trump administration implemented a ban on abortion care and counseling services at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), affecting veteran patients with reproductive health needs. A veterans advocacy group sued on behalf of affected members, including pregnant veterans with chronic medical conditions. The ban restricts access to healthcare services previously available to eligible veterans.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. extended legal protections through July 18 for manufacturers and distributors of the experimental antiviral drug favipiravir as a potential treatment for Andes hantavirus. Kennedy invoked a Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act declaration to shield drugmakers from liability. The action drew criticism from 'Make America Healthy Again' activists concerned about vaccine and pharmaceutical company immunity.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. terminated the two vice chairs of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) on May 11, 2026, removing influential leaders from the panel that determines which preventive medical services insurers must cover without cost. The firings remove independent oversight from decisions affecting millions of Americans' access to free preventive care including screenings and vaccinations. The action reflects the administration's pattern of dismantling independent health agencies and scientific advisory bodies.
The Trump administration announced it would withhold $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California, citing insufficient state efforts to combat fraud in the public health insurance program. Vice President JD Vance justified the action as necessary to address waste in the program. The withholding directly impacts California's ability to fund Medicaid services and affects millions of beneficiaries relying on the state's healthcare coverage.
A federal appeals court ruled to eliminate telehealth prescribing of mifepristone, a common medication used for abortion and miscarriage care. This action makes it harder for Americans to access the medication and represents a step toward broader abortion restrictions. The decision was made on legal grounds rather than new safety evidence.
The FDA authorized fruit-flavored vapes for adult consumers, reversing years of aggressive regulatory efforts to restrict flavored vaping products. The decision followed pressure from President Trump on FDA leadership. This move eliminates restrictions on flavored e-cigarettes that had been in place to discourage youth vaping.
A Trump administration regulation will reduce federal assistance for disabled young adults who live with their parents or family members. The policy penalizes disabled individuals for maintaining family living arrangements that help them stay in their homes. This directly impacts disabled Americans' access to crucial support services and ability to live independently or with family support.
The Trump administration's changes to CDC vaccine guidance resulted in the loss of recommendations for several vaccines including flu and Covid shots. A judge's stay on these changes created uncertainty about vaccine access in some states, while a halted vaccines committee prevents new recommendations from being made. This directly impacts Americans' access to preventive vaccines and future vaccine development.
The Trump administration redirected the Title X family planning program to de-emphasize hormonal birth control provision at health clinics. This policy shift changes the program's core focus despite clinics receiving delayed funding. The change directly impacts women's access to contraception through federally-funded clinics nationwide.
The Trump administration announced 100% tariffs on patented drugs to force pharmaceutical companies into pricing negotiations and shift manufacturing to America. This action leverages tariff threats to compel drugmakers into 'most-favored nation' pricing deals. The policy directly impacts drug prices and availability for American consumers while pressuring companies to relocate production domestically.