Former President Donald Trump arrived to speak at a campaign event in Potterville, Mich., on Thursday.
Former President Donald Trump has indicated support for abortion rights in Florida, where the issue is currently on the ballot. He stated that the proposed six-week abortion ban is “too short” and advocated for “more time” for women to make their decisions.
In a recent interview, when asked if he would vote in favor of the amendment on the ballot, Trump responded affirmatively, stating, “I’m going to be voting that we need more than six weeks.” He also expressed support for exceptions in abortion law concerning the life of the mother, rape, and incest.
Currently, Florida’s abortion law prohibits the procedure after six weeks of pregnancy with limited exceptions. In the upcoming general election, voters will decide on Amendment 4, which aims to protect access to abortion rights in the state.
The Trump campaign has quickly clarified his statements, asserting that the former president has not definitively indicated how he will vote on the ballot initiative. The campaign emphasized that Trump believes the six-week limit is too restrictive.
Additionally, Trump has announced that if elected again, his administration would support public funding for in vitro fertilization (IVF), which he described as a necessary step for nurturing families in America. He expressed his long-standing support for IVF, highlighting its significance in addressing infertility.
Some anti-abortion activists oppose IVF due to concerns about the disposal of surplus embryos, yet a majority of voters, including many Republicans, support the procedure. Recent decisions by the Alabama Supreme Court have temporarily restricted access to IVF, prompting many Republicans to publicly address the issue.
Trump’s recent comments may indicate an attempt to adjust his stance on reproductive rights as he faces the electorate ahead of the November election. Historically, he has embraced his role in overturning Roe v. Wade by appointing conservative justices to the Supreme Court.
Last week, Trump claimed he would be “great for women and their reproductive rights,” a statement that sparked criticism from certain anti-abortion advocates, including his former vice president, Mike Pence. Recently, he suggested in an interview that he would not invoke the Comstock Act to limit access to abortion pills, which also prompted backlash from pro-life activists.
Reproductive rights remain a pivotal issue in this election cycle, with Democrats warning that Republican victories would likely lead to further restrictions on healthcare access for women.
