The Ongoing Battle Over Abortion Rights and Legislation.

Republicans are struggling to find a way forward on the issue of abortion, with some in the party urging compromise and warning of dire electoral consequences for 2024, while others take a tightly confined absolutist position. The party's staunch stand against gun control and efforts to roll back LGBTQ rights risk turning off moderates. Some Republicans are calling for more flexibility on first-term abortions and exceptions for rape, incest, and the life and health of the mother. The party's uncompromising position on social issues could be leading them over an electoral cliff next year.