Trump's Abortion Dilemma
10 April - 23 minsBy the time his first term was over, Donald J. Trump had cemented his place as the most anti-abortion president in U.S. history. Now, facing political blowback, he’s trying to change that reputation.
Lisa Lerer, a national political correspondent for The Times, discusses whether Mr. Trump’s election-year pivot can work.
Guest: Lisa Lerer, a national political correspondent for The New York Times.
Background reading:
After months of mixed signals, former President Donald J. Trump said abortion restrictions should be left to the states.On abortion, Mr. Trump chose politics over principles. Will it matter?For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of e...
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