Individual States Have Jurisdiction to Decide Whether Women Can Be Prosecuted for Abortions, According to Trump

Former President Donald Trump stated in a recent interview that states should decide whether to monitor women’s pregnancies to enforce abortion bans and potentially prosecute those who undergo abortions after the legal limit. He emphasized that the decision lies with individual states and is irrelevant to his personal comfort. Trump also avoided directly addressing whether doctors should be punished for performing abortions, citing states’ rights. He presented his agenda for a potential second term, focusing on cracking down on illegal immigration, imposing new tariffs, and more. Critics, including the Biden campaign, have scrutinized Trump’s stance on abortion, pointing out perceived inconsistencies in his position.

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