Arizona's Abortion Ban Ignites National Debate as Trump, Biden Vie for 2024
April 10, 2024Former President Donald Trump faces backlash in Arizona over criticism of the state's enforcement of a 19th-century abortion ban.
Arizona's Supreme Court ruling to uphold the near-total abortion ban thrusts the state into the political spotlight for the 2024 presidential election.
Battleground Arizona's Senate and House races are tightly contested, and an abortion-related constitutional amendment is set to appear on the November ballot.
The outcome of Arizona's political races could significantly influence the power dynamics in Washington, with national implications.
Planned Parenthood Arizona intends to continue abortion services for now and collaborate with neighboring states to assist individuals seeking abortions.
Trump allies aim to siphon votes from Biden by promoting Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as a pro-choice alternative.
Presidential candidates Biden and Trump, with historically varied stances on abortion, now find the issue central to their 2024 campaign narratives.
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BBC News • Apr 10, 2024
Donald Trump says Arizona's 1864 abortion ban goes too farBBC News • Apr 10, 2024
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Arizona Abortion Ban: What We KnowThe New York Times • Apr 10, 2024
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