Trump's Controversial Relationship with Evangelicals: A Church in Crisis

Former President Donald Trump believes he can position himself as a "moderate" on abortion in the 2024 presidential election, despite his record of stripping women's rights and appointing Supreme Court justices who played a role in nullifying Roe v. Wade. Trump privately claims victory over anti-abortion leaders who pushed for a national ban, believing they have no leverage over him. He mocks those who support Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and plans to run as a moderate on abortion to appeal to both Republicans and Democrats. Critics argue that Trump's strategy is laughable, as he is currently running campaign ads in Iowa taking credit for ending Roe v. Wade. The political fallout from the end of Roe has been detrimental to the GOP, with voters rejecting abortion restrictions in multiple states. Anti-abortion groups initially pressured Trump for a more committed stance, but he now believes that even Republican voters do not want a national ban. The Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America organization, while not endorsing candidates who do not support a 15-week ban, still praises Trump for being the "most pro-life president to date."