And this affects every American. It affects us morally. It's a disease of desolation. It's a disease of despair, of isolation. And It costs our economy about $820 billion a year. So it is a national security threat to us. And President Trump has elevated this where we're going to break down the silos. (02:12–02:18)
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Asserts that addiction costs the U.S. economy approximately $820 billion annually.
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