Former President Donald Trump recently responded to criticism from Senator Lindsey Graham and others regarding his stance on abortion, warning that Republicans could lose in 2024 if they pursue Graham’s proposals.
Trump emphasized the importance of states’ rights in abortion policy, advocating for a decentralized approach where states make their own decisions. He argued that pursuing federal bans would be fruitless given Democratic opposition, suggesting that the focus should be on other issues to win elections.
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Trump criticized Graham and Marjorie Dannenfelser for pushing federal government involvement in abortion policy, noting that they had not been successful in their efforts until his presidency.
He emphasized that the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was about returning the issue to states under the 10th Amendment. Trump’s proposal aligns with longstanding GOP policy on states’ rights in abortion matters.
In response, Graham disagreed with Trump’s approach, stating that American sentiment on abortion leans toward being pro-choice early on and shifts as the pregnancy progresses.
He pointed out existing federal laws on abortion and disputed the idea that the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision prevents federal action on the issue.
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Marjorie Dannenfelser expressed disappointment in Trump’s stance but vowed to continue working against President Biden and congressional Democrats.
Other Republicans, including former Vice President Mike Pence, criticized Trump’s announcement, seeing it as a retreat from pro-life principles and a potential setback for pro-life advocacy.
The disagreement highlights divisions within the Republican Party on how to approach abortion policy and underscores the complexities of finding such contentious issues in American politics.
