Anti-abortion groups are preparing for a Trump presidency
Anti-Abortion Groups Prepare Aggressive Plan for Trump’s Return to Office
More than 100 anti-abortion groups are gearing up for former President Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House next year, with an aggressive plan to be implemented on his first day in office.
Reinstating and Expanding Anti-Abortion Policies
These groups are advocating for the reinstatement of policies that Trump had previously approved during his first term but were rescinded by President Joe Biden. Additionally, they are pushing for new policies that aim to overturn federal and state efforts to promote access to abortions.
Expectations for Swift Action
Kristan Hawkins, the president of Students for Life, emphasized the urgency of the matter, stating, “We expect [the presidential candidates] to act swiftly.” With the Senate lacking the necessary votes and a pro-life majority in the House uncertain, anti-abortion groups believe that administrative action will be the most effective avenue for change if Trump or another pro-life president is elected in 2024.
Trump’s Stance and Potential Impact
Despite appointing three Supreme Court justices who ruled against Roe v. Wade, Trump has not committed to signing a federal abortion ban, much to the disappointment of anti-abortion groups. He has also attributed electoral losses to these groups and the broader anti-abortion movement.
The Heritage Foundation’s Presidential Transition Project
The Heritage Foundation’s 2025 Presidential Transition Project aims to roll back Biden-era policies that have expanded abortion access, including making abortions available at Veterans Affairs hospitals under certain circumstances. Other groups are seeking to revoke abortion access policies related to military members and the expansion of HIPAA privacy rules.
Potential Changes to Existing Laws
Activists are hopeful that Trump will issue new guidelines and interpretations of existing laws, such as the 1873 Comstock Act. While the act has been limited by the Supreme Court and Congress, it could still be used to restrict the mail delivery of abortion pills and medical instruments used in abortions.
Enforcing the Comstock Act
Carol Tobias, the president of the National Right to Life Committee, argues that the Comstock Act should be enforced to prevent the mail delivery of abortion pills. While the Department of Justice has stated that the act does not prohibit the mail delivery of abortion medication unless it is intended for illegal use, a Trump-appointed judge has ruled in favor of using the act to halt the nationwide shipment of the abortion drug mifepristone.
Source: The Washington Examiner
How do anti-abortion groups view the potential for success in achieving their goals with a return of Trump to the White House?
Achieving their goals.
The groups are aiming to reinstate policies such as the Mexico City Policy, also known as the Global Gag Rule, which prohibits foreign non-governmental organizations from receiving US family planning funds if they provide abortion services or information. This policy was first implemented by President Ronald Reagan and has been a target of partisan back-and-forth since its inception. Trump reinstated the policy in 2017 after it had been rescinded by President Obama.
They are also advocating for the reinstatement of the Title X ”Domestic Gag Rule,” which prohibits federally funded family planning clinics from providing abortion referrals or sharing space with abortion providers. The Trump administration expanded this rule in 2019, prompting numerous clinics to withdraw from the Title X program altogether.
In addition to reinstating previous policies, these groups are pushing for new policies to further restrict access to abortion. One example is the proposed “Conscience Protection Rule,” which seeks to protect healthcare providers who have religious or moral objections to performing or participating in abortion procedures. This rule was introduced by the Trump administration but was ultimately blocked by court challenges.
Anti-abortion groups are optimistic about their chances of success with these initiatives if Trump were to return to the White House. They believe that he has a strong track record of supporting their cause and would prioritize their concerns. However, they acknowledge the challenges they face, particularly in terms of passing legislation through Congress. Therefore, they see administrative action as the most promising way forward.
While President Biden has made expansion of abortion access a priority, anti-abortion groups are not deterred. Instead, they see this as an opportunity to mobilize and strategize for the future. They are committed to fighting against what they view as the erosion of pro-life policies and are ready to leverage every available avenue to do so.
To this end, these groups have begun grassroots campaigning, mobilizing their supporters, and investing resources in lobbying efforts. They are determined to make their voices heard and ensure that their cause remains at the forefront of the political agenda, regardless of who occupies the Oval Office.
The upcoming years promise to be critical for the future of abortion policy in the United States. With anti-abortion groups preparing an aggressive plan for Trump’s potential return to office, the battle over reproductive rights is set to intensify. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how these efforts will ultimately shape the country’s abortion policies and the lives of women across the nation.
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