Mark Kelly Blames Trump for Arizona Abortion Ruling in The Hill Interview
Most recently, Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) spoke out in an interview with CBS News’s “Face the Nation,” attributing the controversial Arizona Supreme Court ruling on abortion to actions taken by former President Trump. Kelly expressed his concern for the impact of the ruling on women in Arizona, emphasizing that they have lost a fundamental right to abortion.
During the interview, Kelly stated, “Donald Trump owns this. He said just yesterday that he broke Roe v. Wade, and because he did that, this enabled our court to bring back this draconian 1864 law to take away this right, send doctors to jail.” The Arizona Supreme Court ruling upheld an 1864 law making performing abortions a felony in the state, punishable by two to five years in prison.
Former President Trump’s comments claiming credit for breaking Roe v. Wade and supporting state restrictions on abortion have sparked controversy and backlash. Trump called on Arizona lawmakers to quickly address the state’s abortion policy following the ruling, which he deemed as going too far.
Ruling Would Mobilize Arizona Voters In The Upcoming Election
Senator Kelly vowed to pursue a ballot initiative in November to secure the right to abortion, emphasizing the urgency of the situation and the potential consequences for women’s health in Arizona. He expressed his belief that the ruling would mobilize Arizona voters in the upcoming election.
Trump’s spokesperson, Steven Cheung, referred to the former president’s statement on the Arizona abortion ruling, highlighting the need for immediate action to address the situation. Trump emphasized the importance of state laws and advocated for exceptions in cases of rape, incest, and the life of the mother.
Senator Kelly underscored that the Arizona abortion ruling does not align with the values of the state and expressed optimism about rectifying the situation in the future. He emphasized the need for swift action to ensure women’s health and rights are protected.
As the debate over abortion rights continues to unfold in Arizona and across the country, the impact of the recent ruling and the role of former President Trump in shaping state policies remain under scrutiny. The controversy surrounding the Arizona Supreme Court decision underscores the ongoing battle over reproductive rights and the influence of political figures on such critical issues.
