Florida Voters' Support for Trump and Abortion Rights Amendment

Florida voters are more likely to support former President Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election but also express majority support for a proposed ballot measure enshrining the right to abortion in the state constitution. The poll found that 54% would vote for Trump and 60% would support Amendment 4, which protects the right to abortion before viability.

Florida's Six-Week Abortion Ban and Its Impact

Florida enforces a six-week abortion ban, replacing a 15-week ban, leading to limited access to abortion services. Opponents stress challenges faced by those unaware of pregnancy at six weeks. Out-of-state residents seeking abortions must now travel further, impacting clinics in states with expanded abortion access. Crisis pregnancy centers and adoption services prepare for increased demand due to the ban. Amendment 4 on the November ballot aims to enshrine abortion rights, facing opposition and support. Traveling for abortion care becomes a significant challenge for many, potentially leading to self-managed or unwanted pregnancies.

Abortion Rights Rally in Orlando, Florida

More than 1,000 people attended a rally in Orlando for abortion rights. Florida Supreme Court decisions could change abortion rights, with one decision triggering a 6-week abortion ban and another allowing Amendment 4, protecting abortion up to 24 weeks, to be on the ballot in November.

Florida Supreme Court ruling on Amendment 4 regarding abortion rights

Florida's Supreme Court is expected to rule on Amendment 4, which aims to ensure abortion remains legal until fetal viability. The amendment's wording is under scrutiny with arguments from both sides of the debate.