First lady Jill Biden criticized former President Donald Trump's stance on abortion rights during a campaign event in Phoenix. Speaking at the 'Fighting for Reproductive Freedom' bus tour stop, Biden highlighted the impact of abortion bans in over 20 states, attributing the current challenges faced by women to Trump's policies. She emphasized the importance of the upcoming presidential election in shaping the future of abortion rights, particularly in relation to the appointment of new Supreme Court justices.
Biden expressed concern over the erosion of women's rights post-Roe v. Wade and lamented the diminished freedoms for future generations. She called for support for Proposition 139, a proposed amendment to the Arizona Constitution aimed at safeguarding abortion rights. The first lady also introduced reproductive rights advocate Kate Cox, who shared her personal story of seeking abortion care outside of Texas due to restrictive laws.
The 'Fighting for Reproductive Freedom' bus tour, which commenced in Tucson, is set to make several stops in Phoenix before continuing to Sedona and Flagstaff. Biden's impassioned speech and the testimonial from Cox underscored the ongoing debate surrounding abortion rights and the need for advocacy to protect women's access to reproductive healthcare.
