Republican National Committee Adopts Platform Reflecting Trump's Stance on Abortion
The Republican National Committee adopted a party platform reflecting former President Donald Trump's position opposing a federal abortion ban and ceding limits to states, omitting the explicit basis for a national ban for the first time in 40 years. Trump appointed three Supreme Court justices who overturned the 1973 Roe v. Wade precedent. The platform is scaled down to avoid giving Democrats more material for attacks on Trump's intentions if he wins the White House.
Key Points
- Platform reflects Trump's stance on abortion
- Trump appointed three Supreme Court justices who voted to overturn Roe v. Wade
- Platform scaled down to avoid providing material for Democratic attacks
Pros
- Reflects Trump's position on abortion
- Avoids giving Democrats ammunition for attacks
Cons
- Omits explicit basis for a national abortion ban for the first time in 40 years