Former President Donald Trump has weighed in on Arizona's controversial abortion ban from 1864, stating that he believes the state has gone too far in its restrictions. Trump's comments come in the wake of Arizona's top court upholding the near-total abortion ban, which prohibits abortion from conception except in cases to save the mother's life.

 

Speaking to reporters, Trump expressed his belief that the ban would eventually be "straightened out," indicating his disapproval of its stringent provisions. This stance follows a recent statement by Trump where he advocated for abortion rights to be determined by individual states, rather than at the federal level. However, he did not explicitly endorse a national ban on abortion, stating that it was a matter for the states to decide.

 

The former president's remarks reflect a nuanced position on abortion policy, aligning with his past efforts to appoint conservative justices to the Supreme Court who would potentially overturn Roe v Wade. Despite his role in reshaping the judiciary, Trump's current stance suggests a preference for allowing states to set their own abortion policies.

 

Arizona's recent court ruling has reignited the debate over abortion rights, with both supporters and opponents of the ban voicing their opinions. While anti-abortion activists have celebrated the decision as a victory for the unborn, Democrats and pro-abortion groups have raised concerns about the potential harm to women's health and access to care.

 

The ruling has also sparked political divisions within the Republican Party, with some members, including former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey and Republican Senate nominee Kari Lake, expressing opposition to the ban. This tension underscores the complex dynamics surrounding abortion policy, as Republicans navigate between appeasing their conservative base and appealing to broader public opinion.

 

Looking ahead, Arizona is poised to become a battleground for abortion rights, with a potential ballot initiative in November that could protect access to abortion up to 24 weeks of pregnancy. As the state grapples with these issues, the outcome of the upcoming election could have far-reaching implications for reproductive rights and healthcare in Arizona and beyond.

 

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Ho ho ho ho I’ll bet he does lol 😂 that In itself is going to turn Arizona a beautiful shade of blue lol oh boy he was bragging about killing roe versus wade yesterday on camera then this!!it’s like a gift 😂!!!and don’t forget the J6 coup attempt the classified docks fiasco and obstruction he he he then starting Monday his trial for using campaign funds to cover up his (don’t make me say it) trist with stormy Daniels as his newborn son is cared for by his wife!!!And on and on Georgia !!!hes toast burnt toast 

The Christo-fascist aren’t going to like that.

 

2 days ago Trump bragged about leaving it to the state.

Today he said the state has gone too far. 

His inconsistency in policy position is well known and is a danger at home and abroad.  

44 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

2 days ago Trump bragged about leaving it to the state.

Today he said the state has gone too far. 

His inconsistency in policy position is well known and is a danger at home and abroad.  

 

Nothing inconsistent about it. 

 

Healthcare legislation based on medical technology and and public sentiment of 1864 probably needs to be updated.

 

But he'd leave it up to the state to decide the updates.

 

 

I see the scrunchy faced emoji posse has shown up.

 

Thanks for the endorsement.

 

8 minutes ago, impulse said:

 

Nothing inconsistent about it. 

 

Healthcare legislation based on medical technology and and public sentiment of 1864 probably needs to be updated.

 

But he'd leave it up to the state to decide the updates.

 

 

Arizona Supreme Court of 7 justices, all appointed by Republican governors have been trying to enforce the civil war era law for quite a while and got their opportunity after Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. The long dormant law will be enforced; not updated. This draconian 160 years old law will be repealed by the Dems and resistance by the GOP has began. The GOP lawmakers shut down an effort to force a vote on such a measure. Trump bragged about ending Roe V. Wade and know that red states will enforce the abortion ban. He now said that the abortion ban gone too far. Inconsistency. 

That pissed off a bunch of his supporters. 😆

https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/10/politics/trump-says-he-wouldnt-sign-federal-abortion-ban/index.html

 

Donald Trump said Wednesday he would not sign a national abortion ban if elected to the White House again, reversing a promise the former president made as a candidate in 2016 and stood by during his first term in office.

17 hours ago, Roo Island said:

https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/10/politics/trump-says-he-wouldnt-sign-federal-abortion-ban/index.html

 

Donald Trump said Wednesday he would not sign a national abortion ban if elected to the White House again, reversing a promise the former president made as a candidate in 2016 and stood by during his first term in office.

You can’t possibly believe what trump says….he will do whatever benefits donald jhon trump.I’ve watched the news today not looking good for the Republican/russian party the women folk over here are livid and thats  putting it mildly im predicting all 3 branches of government in democratic hands come November this issue Ukraine the chaos in the house …on and on…..

2 hours ago, Tug said:

You can’t possibly believe what trump says….he will do whatever benefits donald jhon trump.I’ve watched the news today not looking good for the Republican/russian party the women folk over here are livid and thats  putting it mildly im predicting all 3 branches of government in democratic hands come November this issue Ukraine the chaos in the house …on and on…..

Republicans are flopping like fish out of water. Such liars. Sad some actually believe what they say. You'd get more truthful answers from a used car salesman! 

 

Here's the last. What a horrible person.

 

https://www.msnbc.com/morning-joe/watch/kari-lake-is-now-blasting-the-arizona-abortion-law-she-once-praised-208688198002

 

Kari Lake is now blasting the Arizona abortion law she once praised

 

 

21 hours ago, impulse said:

 

Nothing inconsistent about it. 

 

Healthcare legislation based on medical technology and and public sentiment of 1864 probably needs to be updated.

 

But he'd leave it up to the state to decide the updates.

 

 

Trump said he would leave the abortion issue up to the states.

 

So why is he talking about Arizona's abortion laws?

If the Democrats control Congress and the White House after the election, they will make abortion legal federally.

2 hours ago, Danderman123 said:

If the Democrats control Congress and the White House after the election, they will make abortion legal federally.

Boggles my mind how conservatives are against a woman's right. Dictating to them what they can and cannot do. But! When it comes to vaccines that save lives, forget it. You can't tell me what to do.

 

They've lost the plot. Even the Pope has said this.

 

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/aug/29/pope-francis-criticizes-us-conservatives

 

Pope Francis has rebuked the “backwardness” of some conservatives in the US Catholic church, saying they have replaced faith with ideology and that a correct understanding of Catholic doctrine allows for change over time.

 

 

3 hours ago, Danderman123 said:

Trump said he would leave the abortion issue up to the states.

 

So why is he talking about Arizona's abortion laws?

He is throwing Arizona under the bus to save himself. Trump cowardly not stating his position & rather pass the buck to the states. It’s always all about himself. 

Don't like what trump says?  Just wait a few hours or days and he will flip and flop with a new set of lies and the cult will cheer.  What a loser.

Isn't that a lot like promising "unshakeable support" for Israel, but now calling for an immediate cease fire?

 

6 hours ago, impulse said:

Isn't that a lot like promising "unshakeable support" for Israel, but now calling for an immediate cease fire?

 

Most people even Joe can walk and chew gum at the same time.

Not so sure about Trump he doesn't like to exercise the body except for the mouth, and chewing gum would slow down the number of lies he can output in a given time.

8 hours ago, impulse said:

Isn't that a lot like promising "unshakeable support" for Israel, but now calling for an immediate cease fire?

 

nope.

 

There are Israelis calling for an immediate cease fire, too.

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8 hours ago, impulse said:

Isn't that a lot like promising "unshakeable support" for Israel, but now calling for an immediate cease fire?

 

Whattt???are you saying we aren’t protecting her flanks anymore leaving her open to irans tender mercy?no you are conflating our absolute horror at Israel’s decision to continue bombing a trapped population and exerting pressure to stop.back on subject….its kinda fun to watch the republicans desperately squirm and wiggle their way out of this it’s gonna cost them big time!!ahhh you trumpers tired of winning yet ??oh boy!!

9 hours ago, impulse said:

Isn't that a lot like promising "unshakeable support" for Israel, but now calling for an immediate cease fire?

 

Ummm...the situation changes over time. Nothing wrong with changing tactics. Actually. It's the smart thing to do.