As the 2024 election season approaches, former President Trump has weighed in on one of the most controversial issues facing candidates: abortion.
In a recent interview with Mediabuzz, Trump hinted at making a decision soon on where he stands on the topic and expressed his desire to make both political parties happy.
During his presidency, Trump had previously advocated for a ban on abortion after 16 weeks of pregnancy, with exceptions for cases of rape, incest, and when the mother’s life is in danger.
This stance drew criticism from both sides of the political spectrum, with some feeling that it was too strict and others arguing that it did not go far enough.
In response to reports that he was considering a ban on abortion, the Trump campaign pushed back, stating that the former president would continue to negotiate with both sides to reach a solution that would satisfy everyone.
This approach aligns with Trump’s previous actions in appointing conservative judges and Supreme Court justices who have expressed willingness to overturn Roe v. Wade and leave the decision to the states.
In contrast, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a potential 2024 candidate, has been vocal in his support for a six-week ban on abortion. However, Trump has called this proposal a “terrible thing and a terrible mistake.”
He also defended his stance on abortion, acknowledging that to be elected president, one must listen to both sides and make exceptions. This is a sentiment that he believes many Republicans failed to do in the past, leading to electoral defeats.
Ultimately, Trump emphasized the importance of following one’s beliefs and convictions while also considering the political implications of one’s stance. He stated that going with one’s heart is crucial, but being elected requires compromising and making exceptions.
“If the Republicans spoke about it correctly, it never hurt me from the standpoint of elections. It hurt a lot of Republicans,” Trump said. “But I tell people, No. 1, you have to go with your heart. You have to go with your heart. But beyond that, you also have to get elected, and if you don’t have the three exceptions, I think it’s very, very hard to get elected.”
Abortion continues to be a hot-button issue in American politics, and it will remain a prominent topic in the 2024 election. As the election approaches, it will be interesting to see how the candidates navigate this controversial issue and what ultimately becomes of Trump’s stance on abortion.
We don’t agree with Trump on this
All abortion is murder. Show us in scripture where we’re wrong. pic.twitter.com/tgIp4JFzq2— Lexit (@LexitMovement1) March 18, 2024
