"Political Fallout: Trump's Abortion Stance Sparks Criticism from Pence and Democrats"
TL;DR
Former Vice President Mike Pence criticizes Donald Trump's abortion stance as a betrayal of pro-life voters, advocating for a nationwide 15-week abortion ban, while Trump supports leaving abortion policy to the states. Pence's former chief of staff also rebukes Trump's position, while some Republicans, like Sen. Lindsey Graham, disagree with Trump's stance. Democrats and anti-abortion rights groups express disappointment and concern over Trump's position, with President Joe Biden warning that Trump would sign a national abortion ban into law if reelected.
- Mike Pence calls Trump's abortion position 'a slap in the face' ABC News
- 'Slap in the face': Mike Pence blasts Donald Trump for saying abortion restrictions should be up to states USA TODAY
- Former Bush strategist: Trump took ‘worst possible political position’ on abortion The Hill
- Biden Campaign Ad Blames Trump for Near-Death of Woman Who Was Denied Abortion The New York Times
- As he struggles to keep the cash flowing, Trump hands Democrats a win on abortion The Independent
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