USAFacts and U.S. News & World Report are collaborating in 2020

In a time of conflicting sources and misinformation, USAFacts and U.S. News & World Report are partnering to provide reliable government data. Follow the facts for a better understanding of the government’s response to COVID-19 and issues that will play a role in the 2020 presidential election, including healthcare, jobs and unemployment, and immigration. Stay informed with nonpartisan numbers on government spending proposals, the state of the economy, population changes, and much more.

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As COVID-19 spreads throughout the country, USAFacts is tracking the top numbers to watch to best understand the virus's impact.

In recent years, as the elderly population has increased, Medicare participation has grown to 18% of the population. However, for those not enrolled in the program, some aspects may be surprising.

Medicare paid for 30% of the $333 billion spent prescription drugs in 2017. We’ve made an interactive graphic displaying how Medicare’s spending on more than 2,800 drugs have changed in recent years