GOP Adopts New Platform, Softens Abortion Stance Amid Trump Influence

The Republican National Convention approved a new party platform that adopts a state-level approach to abortion laws, moving away from the party's previous support for national restrictions. This shift, influenced by the Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, has angered many antiabortion advocates within the party. The platform also softens its stance on same-sex marriage, reflecting Donald Trump's vision for a second term. Despite the changes, some groups see the platform's language linking abortion to the 14th Amendment as a win, while others feel it falls short of clearly affirming fetal rights.