Pence Supports Banning Abortions for Nonviable Pregnancies, GOP Rivals Mum on Stance

Former Vice President Mike Pence expressed his support for banning abortions in cases of nonviable pregnancies, stating that he has heard stories of women who were told their unborn child would not survive but went on to have healthy pregnancies and deliveries. Pence has been a vocal opponent of abortion and has called for federal legislation limiting the procedure, including a 15-week national abortion ban. He also supports exceptions for rape, incest, and the life of the mother. Clinicians use ultrasound and hormone level measurements to determine the viability of a pregnancy, and there are cases where pregnancies are deemed unviable due to abnormalities or health risks. Pence has emphasized his commitment to the "cause of life" and has advocated for adoption and support for women in crisis pregnancies.