Forbes July 17, 2024
Joshua Cohen

Senator J.D. Vance’s positions on healthcare run counter to the Republican Party’s traditional views in which government meddling in the market is usually seen as a problem, not a solution. The vice presidential candidate has voiced support for several policies that feature federal government intervention. In key areas, Vance’s healthcare policy stance echoes that of former President Trump, which signals subtle shifts within the GOP towards less of a purist free market ideology.

Former President Donald Trump tapped J.D. Vance as his running mate and vice presidential candidate this week.

Vance has been actively involved in a number of issues related to health and healthcare. For example, as a venture capitalist Vance invested in life sciences companies exploring gene therapies...

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