Trump Campaign Backs Universal IVF Access
Trump’s Push for IVF Coverage Expansion
Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign has announced plans to support “universal access” to in-vitro fertilization (IVF), potentially expanding coverage to include same-sex couples. In a statement on Wednesday, the campaign confirmed that Trump would work toward making IVF more affordable, should he win re-election.
Support for IVF and Contraception
Karoline Leavitt, the campaign’s press secretary, clarified Trump’s position on reproductive rights: “President Trump has always supported state-level decision-making on abortion and will not sign a federal ban. He also supports universal access to contraception and IVF.” However, the specifics of whether this would include same-sex couples remain vague.
Trump’s Proposal for IVF Funding
Last month, Trump told NBC News that his administration would push for the government or insurance companies to cover IVF for anyone who needs it. “We will pay for this treatment,” Trump said, adding that insurance companies would be mandated to include IVF coverage in their plans. His campaign has since been asked if this would apply to same-sex couples but did not offer a detailed response.
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Criticism of Democratic Policies
Leavitt contrasted Trump’s stance with that of the Democrats, criticizing their support for abortion rights, claiming that they back “abortion up until birth” and that taxpayers are forced to fund these procedures. The campaign has emphasized Trump’s focus on supporting family-building options through IVF rather than expanding abortion access.
Campaign Strategy Uncertainty
Despite Trump’s clear statements about expanding IVF coverage, few details have emerged about how this would be implemented. Sources within his campaign noted that his comments took some advisers by surprise, and Republican lawmakers have shown mixed reactions, with some outright opposing the proposal.
Reactions from Harris-Walz Campaign
Kevin Munoz, spokesperson for the Harris-Walz campaign, dismissed Trump’s IVF proposal as misleading. He highlighted that Trump had previously supported policies that could limit IVF for LGBTQ couples and appointed a federal judge with anti-IVF views. Munoz argued that Vice President Kamala Harris remains the strongest advocate for protecting Americans’ healthcare choices.
While Trump’s campaign promises broader IVF access, the plan faces both internal confusion and political opposition, leaving questions about its future.
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