Trump Signs Executive Order to Reduce IVF Costs

President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at reducing the costs and expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) across the U.S. While the order directs a review of policy recommendations to achieve these goals, it does not specify how costs will be covered or mandate any changes. Trump, who previously claimed he would ensure government or insurance coverage for IVF, has faced criticism for not fully delivering on that promise. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt heralded the move as a fulfillment of Trump's campaign commitments, stating it would ease financial burdens for families facing infertility. However, some critics argue that the order does little more than recommend changes without enforcing them, and they raise ethical concerns regarding IVF practices. The order reflects Trump’s ongoing focus on family formation, though it is met with skepticism about its actual impact on affordability and access.