Melania Trump’s Abortion Views in New Memoir Spur Outrage from Pro-Lifers: ‘She is Wrong’
Melania Trump’s recent memoir has sparked controversy over her support for abortion rights, drawing criticism from pro-life advocates. In the book, Melania Trump expresses a viewpoint that is historically at odds with the Republican Party’s platform.
According to reports, Melania Trump writes, “It is imperative to guarantee that women have autonomy in deciding their preference of having children, based on their own convictions, free from any intervention or pressure from the government.” She further argues, “Why should anyone other than the woman herself have the power to determine what she does with her own body? A woman’s fundamental right of individual liberty, to her own life, grants her the authority to terminate her pregnancy if she wishes.”
The excerpts from her memoir have drawn ire from pro-life advocates, with Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life of America, stating, “Melania Trump’s support of abortion is anti-feminist and clearly outside the teaching of our Catholic faith. She is wrong.” Lila Rose, founder of Live Action, also criticized Melania Trump’s stance, comparing it to that of Kamala Harris, saying, “Functionally the same exact position on abortion.”
The controversy comes as Donald Trump’s campaign faces scrutiny over threats to women’s reproductive rights. Melania Trump’s memoir, titled “Melania,” is set to be released on October 8, and her comments on abortion have highlighted the ongoing debate within the Republican Party regarding reproductive rights.
