Donald Trump with wife Melania
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Donald Trump, the Republican candidate is now all set to become the 47th US President, returning to the Oval Office after a controversial first term.
In his victory speech, Trump hailed the common sense that forms the common core of the Republican party. However, Trump's presidency has raised questions of what it means for abortion rights in the US.
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Notably, Roe v Wade, which guaranteed right to abortion, was overturned in 2022, by a Supreme Court to which Trump had appointed three justices.
Trump's stance on abortion rights has, however, changed with time.
In 1999, the President-elect identified as 'very pro-choice' expressing support for abortion rights during an interview on NBC's Meet the Press.
This changed by 2011, when he declared himself as 'pro-life'.
During the 2024 campaign, his stance has been notably inconsistent, causing concern to many.
State vs. Federal Regulation: In April 2024, Trump stated that abortion regulations should be determined by individual states, emphasizing a decentralized approach.
National Ban Consideration: Despite advocating for state-level decisions, Trump has not ruled out supporting a national abortion ban, suggesting he might endorse a 15-week federal limit with certain exceptions.
Criticism of Strict Bans: He has criticised stringent abortion laws, such as Florida's six-week ban, labelling them as "too tough," indicating a preference for more moderate restrictions.
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): Trump has proposed making IVF treatments free by mandating insurance coverage, a stance that diverges from traditional Republican views and aims to appeal to swing voters.
Trump has also shown scepticism towards vaccines, which has worried many health experts in the US. However, ahead of entering the Oval Office, Trump has signalled that it is time to put aside past differences and work together to make America great again. However, it is to be noted, that Elon Musk -- the towering tech giant backing Trump and set to get a governmental post -- is actively for increasing the world's population.
(This article has been written with the AI assistance and edited by DH Web Desk)