## Trump Urges Arizona to "Remedy" Abortion Ban
Former President Donald Trump urged Arizona lawmakers to take swift action to address the state Supreme Court ruling allowing prosecutors to enforce a near-total abortion ban. He declared the ban "went too far" and called for the state to "use HEART, COMMON SENSE, and ACT IMMEDIATELY."
Trump's comments came just days after he said abortion rights should be left to the states to decide. However, the Arizona ruling highlighted the potential consequences of such a stance, as the ban allows for the imprisonment of abortion providers at any stage of pregnancy unless the mother's life is at risk.
The ruling has become a potent political weapon for Democrats, who blame Trump for the sharp curtailment of abortion access. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have both spoken out against the ban, and Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs has called for its repeal.
Trump's shifting message on abortion reflects his struggle to neutralize this issue. While he has expressed pride in his role in overturning Roe v. Wade, he also recognizes the political liability it poses in swing states like Arizona.
The Arizona ruling paves the way for enforcement of a law first passed in 1864, which does not include exceptions for pregnancies that result from rape or incest. This stands in stark contrast to public opinion, as 61% of Arizona voters in the 2022 midterm elections said abortion should be legal in most or all cases.
With the November election approaching, the abortion issue is likely to remain a key battleground in Arizona and other swing states.