Donald Trump, the former president and Republican nominee, has a clear message for the Arizona State Legislature.
Specifically, Trump wants the GOP-controlled legislature to adjust the reinstated 1864 abortion ban that many Republicans fear will doom their chances at winning in the battleground state by alienating soft Republican voters and independents.
The recent ruling by the Arizona Supreme Court to revive the near-total abortion ban has caused a stir among some Republicans. Critics point to the recent failed pro-life ballot measures in Ohio and Kansas, along with a newly released poll indicating that 57% of Florida voters believe the state’s upcoming six-week abortion ban is too strict. The decision has led to a sense of foreboding within certain Republican circles. (RELATED: Kari Lake Is Not Happy About Arizona’s Abortion Ban: Report)
As The Hill reports, Trump’s message contained several words in all capital letters:
“The Supreme Court in Arizona went too far on their Abortion Ruling, enacting and approving an inappropriate Law from 1864,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “So now the Governor and the Arizona Legislature must use HEART, COMMON SENSE, and ACT IMMEDIATELY, to remedy what has happened.”
“Remember, it is now up to the States and the Good Will of those that represent THE PEOPLE,” Trump added, saying there would “ideally” be exceptions for cases of rape, incest and instances where the life of the mother is at risk.
Trump’s plea came after Republicans in the Arizona Legislature earlier in the week blocked attempts from Democrats to undo the court-imposed ban on abortions.
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the Civil War-era law passed before Arizona was even a state should be enforced. The court ruled to lift a stay on the law, meaning it goes into effect in 14 days.
The law criminalizes the act of performing or assisting a woman in obtaining an abortion, punishable by up to five years imprisonment.
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Patrick Houck is an avid political enthusiast based out of the Washington, D.C., metro area. His expertise is in campaigns and the use of targeted messaging to persuade voters. When not combing through the latest news, you can find him enjoying the company of family and friends or pursuing his love of photography.
