"Retatrutide is being rigorously studied as part of a comprehensive clinical trial development program," David A. Hyman, M.D., Lilly's chief medical officer, said in a news release.

Inflation may be the most recent challenge, but it comes after decades of setbacks that have steadily contributed to the Gen X retirement crisis.

More than half of adults in their 40s are part of the "sandwich generation," balancing care needs of aging parents and children while managing careers of their own.

The SUSTAIN Act would end the pilot program less than a year after it begins, codify upfront point-of-sale discounts and terminate drug manufacturer-imposed limits on when, where and how safety-net hospitals and clinics can access legally mandated drug discounts.

Every full-time worker in the United States would be guaranteed at least two weeks of paid vacation under a bill introduced by Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt.

Insurers frequently mention the increasing cost, prevalence and utilization of specialty drugs in justifying proposed rate increases.

"Closing the financial literacy gap requires coordinated action from governments, employers and financial institutions," the report concluded.

"Hardworking Americans should not have to choose between caring for a loved one and earning a paycheck," Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.