Trump Criticizes Abortion Bans and Republican Messaging

Former President Donald Trump criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for signing a six-week abortion ban, calling it a "terrible thing and a terrible mistake." Trump declined to support a federal ban on abortions at 15 weeks, instead expressing a willingness to negotiate with Democrats on the issue. DeSantis, who is running for president, has faced criticism from some Republicans for his stance on abortion. The issue of abortion remains politically fraught within the GOP, with divisions on display at a recent dinner event. Trump's appointment of conservative Supreme Court justices who voted to overturn Roe v. Wade is a key talking point for him, but he has not explicitly supported a 15-week abortion ban, angering anti-abortion groups.
- Donald Trump calls six-week abortion bans 'terrible' - The Washington Post The Washington Post
- Trump Says Abortion Ban DeSantis Signed Was ‘a Terrible Mistake’ The New York Times
- Trump, who paved way for Roe v. Wade reversal, says Republicans ‘speak very inarticulately’ about abortion CNN
- Trump: I "don't frankly care" if abortion is regulated at federal or state level Axios
- Trump Hits DeSantis Over 'Terrible' Abortion Ban in Florida The Daily Beast
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