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    Signing Opioid Law, Trump Pledges To End 'Scourge' Of Drug Addiction

    President Trump signed a bipartisan legislative package that will take steps to combat and prevent drug use and overdoses in America.
    by Ayesha Rascoe Oct 24, 2018 2 minutes
    Flanked by lawmakers and first lady Melania Trump, President Trump participates in a bill signing to dedicate more resources to fight the opioid crisis during an East Room event at the White House Wednesday.

    With the nation reeling from an epidemic of drug overdose deaths, President Trump signed legislation Wednesday that is aimed at helping people overcome addiction and preventing addictions before they start.

    "Together we are going to end the scourge of drug addiction in America," Trump

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