Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, defended his state’s immigration laws, arguing they are not representative of Kamala Harris’ policies. He also accused former President Trump of lying about his stance on abortion, claiming Trump would sign a nationwide ban despite his statements to the contrary.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has criticized Republican Senate candidate J.D. Vance’s comments on abortion during the vice presidential debate. Pelosi dismissed Vance’s personal connection to the issue as ‘clever’ but not ‘real,’ arguing that women should have the right to make their own decisions about their bodies. The issue of abortion has been a central theme in the 2024 election, particularly in the wake of Roe v. Wade’s overturn.
Former US President Donald Trump has stated he would veto any national abortion ban, clarifying his stance on the issue for the first time. His comments come amid the vice presidential debate and a recent report suggesting he is struggling to connect with women voters. Democrats are raising concerns about a potential Trump administration imposing national restrictions, while the Harris campaign criticizes his stance on abortion access.
A Fulton County judge in Georgia has overturned the state’s ‘Heartbeat’ abortion law, which banned abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. The judge ruled that the law was unconstitutional, effectively restoring abortion rights to their pre-Roe v. Wade status in the state. This decision comes after the Georgia Supreme Court upheld the law in October 2023.
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against New York Attorney General Letitia James, barring her from taking action against pregnancy clinics promoting abortion pill reversal. The ruling comes after a lawsuit filed by the Thomas More Society on behalf of two pro-life ministries, arguing that James’ actions violate free speech rights. The judge found that James’ actions could censor pro-life speech simply because she dislikes it.
The 2024 election is in full swing, with key developments on the campaign trail and in Washington D.C. Biden defended his Afghanistan withdrawal in his final UN General Assembly address, Harris calls for ending the filibuster to pass an abortion law, and Trump reveals the first foreign leader he’ll call on day one. Meanwhile, vote-by-mail trends show a shift in favor of Republicans, and the race for the GOP leadership is heating up.
Senator Kyrsten Sinema and Senator Joe Manchin have sharply criticized Vice President Kamala Harris’s stance on eliminating the Senate filibuster to codify Roe v Wade, arguing it could lead to a future ban on all abortions nationwide. Harris, however, remains committed to ending the filibuster and securing a Democratic Senate majority to push for abortion rights.
Senator Joe Manchin, who previously switched from Democrat to Independent, announced he will not endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president. This decision stems from Harris’s support for eliminating the filibuster to pass abortion laws, a stance that Manchin strongly opposes due to its potential to destabilize democracy.
Director Antoinette Jadaone’s ‘Sunshine’ takes viewers into the complex world of a young Filipina gymnast who faces an unplanned pregnancy. The film, starring Maris Racal, tackles sensitive issues like abortion and women’s choices in a deeply personal and impactful way, drawing attention to the realities faced by many young women in the Philippines.
A campaign event hosted by the Ron DeSantis-affiliated Florida Freedom Fund, aimed at opposing Florida’s cannabis and abortion amendments, ended up losing money. The group spent over $115,000 on a luxury Georgia resort while raising only $41,000, highlighting their financial struggles. Meanwhile, the pro-cannabis campaign, Amendment 3, has amassed a record-breaking $90.44 million in contributions, with Trulieve Cannabis Corp being the major donor. DeSantis has criticized Trulieve, calling it a monopoly seeking to dominate the cannabis market.
