EMILY's List Targets Potential Trump VP Candidates on Abortion
With the 2024 elections approaching, EMILY's List, a pro-abortion rights organization, has taken aim at 14 potential Republican vice presidential candidates for their staunch anti-abortion stances. This move marks a shift in strategy for the group, which previously focused on targeting vulnerable House Republicans in swing districts.
EMILY's List President Jessica Mackler emphasized the urgency of the issue, stating that a Trump presidency would likely lead to a national abortion ban, regardless of his vice presidential choice. The organization compiled a list of 14 individuals, including Ben Carson, Rep. Byron Donalds, Rep. Elise Stefanik, and Sen. JD Vance, who they believe are on Trump's shortlist for the VP position. Additionally, they included a 15th mystery candidate, signifying their commitment to holding whoever Trump chooses accountable for their anti-abortion stance.
This strategic move by EMILY's List highlights the growing importance of abortion rights in the upcoming election. Trump's role in the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 has made the issue a central focus for many voters, with his stance being criticized by prominent figures like Matthew Dowd and Hillary Clinton. As the election draws closer, EMILY's List aims to ensure that voters are aware of the potential consequences of a Trump presidency and the impact it could have on reproductive rights across the nation.