IN THE STATES: Trump’s Abortion Bans Take the Spotlight In Wake of Roe v. Wade Anniversary

As Donald Trump continues to boast about his role in overturning the landmark decision of Roe v. Wade, the 51st anniversary this week highlighted his relentless assaults on reproductive rights and extreme plans to pass a national abortion ban in stark contrast with President Biden and Vice President Harris’ fierce commitment to protecting women’s freedoms nationwide.

  • In Arizona: The Copper Courier: With freedoms on the line, Arizonans can’t afford another Trump abortion ban | Opinion
  • In Arizona: KJZZ: Arizona Democrats advocate for abortion rights on anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision
  • In Arizona: Tucson Sentinel: On Roe’s anniversary, Tucson Dems push for Nov. wins, Az amendment protecting abortion rights
  • In Arizona: KOLD: Mayor Romero hosts news conference on Roe v. Wade anniversary
  • In Florida: Miami Herald: After Roe decision, Floridians are ready to reject GOP abortion bans | Opinion
  • In Florida: El Nuevo Herald: En el 51 aniversario de Roe, los floridanos rechazan la prohibición nacional al aborto | Opinión
  • In Florida: Tampa Bay Times: As MAGA Republicans push extreme abortion bans, Florida women’s freedoms are on the ballot | Opinion
  • In Florida: Florida Phoenix: On anniversary of Roe, FL Dems say abortion rights are at stake now and in November
  • In Florida: WCTV: Florida Democrats hold conference to discuss reproductive rights on Roe v. Wade 51st anniversary
  • In Georgia: Fox 5 Atlanta: Roe v Wade anniversary: Push to change Georgia abortion laws
  • In Georgia: Atlanta News First: Abortion rights front and center on 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade 
  • In Iowa: Des Moines Register: Republicans seek national abortion ban, threatening women’s health and freedom | Opinion
  • In Michigan: The Gander: Michiganders protected abortion after Roe. Republicans are plotting a reversal.
  • In Michigan: Las Vegas Sun: Nevada is a safe haven for reproductive care. If Trump has his way, it won’t be for much longer | Opinion
  • In Michigan: Wood TV: MI Democrats concerned about ‘Trump’s abortion ban’
  • In Michigan: Wilx News 10: Rally held in Grand Rapids discussing Roe v. Wade
  • In Michigan: Fox17:  Lawmakers gather in GR on 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade
  • In Michigan: ABC 13: ‘The work starts now’: MI lawmakers, activists reflect on 51st anniversary of now-repealed Roe v. Wade, prepare next steps
  • In Nevada: 8NewsNow Las Vegas: Nevada Democrats sounding alarms on abortion issues
  • In Nevada: The Nevadan News: On the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, a look back at Nevada’s abortion laws
  • In Nevada: KRNV: Nevada leaders weigh in on the second anniversary of the overturning of Roe vs. Wade
  • In New Hampshire: Union Leader: Rep. Alexis Simpson: Women’s freedom is under attack in NH and Trump is to blame | Opinion
  • In North Carolina: Reflector: Anderson Clayton: Remember who banned reproductive rights: Trump | Opinion
  • In North Carolina: Charlotte Observer: NC Gov. Roy Cooper, Democrats want abortion access at forefront of 2024 election
  • In North Carolina: WFAE: NC Democratic leaders warn of more restrictions on Roe v. Wade anniversary
  • In North Carolina: WCNC: Gov. Cooper visited Charlotte Monday to discuss abortion access, Biden reelection
  • In North Carolina: WBTV: Gov. Cooper speaks in Charlotte to mark anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision
  • In North Carolina: WRAL: Gov. Cooper, NC faith leaders rally for abortion access on Roe v. Wade anniversary
  • In Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh City Paper: Pa. Democrats sound the alarm on abortion on Roe’s 51st anniversary
  • In Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania Capital-Star: Lee, Innamorato rally for abortion rights in Pittsburgh on Roe anniversary 
  • In Pennsylvania: The Philadelphia Tribune: Local Democrats warn of potential Republican plans to ban abortion nationwide
  • In Pennsylvania: WESA: With 2024 campaign ahead, local Democrats sound early warning on abortion rights
  • In Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh City Paper: Pa. Democrats sound the alarm on abortion on Roe’s 51st anniversary
  • In Pennsylvania: Trib Live: Innamorato, Lee, Benham stump for abortion rights on Roe v. Wade anniversary
  • In South Carolina: WOLO: SC lawmakers disagree about abortion on 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision
  • In South Carolina: WACH: South Carolina Democrats blast republicans for abortion ban and rally support for Biden
  • In Texas: Texas Observer: Women’s Lives are on the Ballot This November
  • In Texas: CBS Austin: Lawmakers speak about abortion access ahead of 51st anniversary of Roe V. Wade
  • In Wisconsin: Cap Times: Trump attacks women’s freedom; Wisconsinites are ready to defend it | Opinion

Also, on the anniversary of Roe, Vice President Harris kicked off her Fight for Reproductive Freedoms Tour in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where she slammed Trump and MAGA Republicans for continuing to push their cruel anti-abortion crusade.

  • In Wisconsin: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Kamala Harris puts abortion at center of presidential race during suburban Milwaukee rally
  • In Wisconsin: Milwaukee Independent: Vice President Harris Highlights Fight for Reproductive Rights in Wisconsin Visit on Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
  • In Wisconsin: Wisconsin Public Radio: Vice President Kamala Harris voices support for abortion access at Wisconsin visit
  • In Wisconsin: WKOW: Vice President Kamala Harris visits Wisconsin on ‘Fight for Reproductive Freedoms’ tour
  • In Wisconsin: CBS 58: VP Harris recognizes 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade in Milwaukee suburbs
  • In Wisconsin: WTMJ: Vice President Kamala Harris kicks off ‘Reproductive Freedom Tour’ in Big Bend; goes after WI GOP
  • In Wisconsin: Up North News: On Roe’s 51st anniversary, VP Harris visits Wisconsin as GOP lawmakers introduce a new abortion ban
  • In Wisconsin: The Cap Times: Abortion access a key issue for Wisconsin voters, Kamala Harris says
  • In Wisconsin: WTAQ: Harris Makes Waukesha County stop to Advocate for Abortion Rights
  • In Wisconsin: Racine County Eye: VP Harris visits Waukesha County to kick off ‘Fight for Reproductive Freedoms’ tour

The next day, President Biden and Vice President Harris held a rally in Manassas, Virginia, with Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and First Lady Jill Biden to outline the stakes of 2024 and the threats Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans pose to women’s freedoms.

  • In Virginia: Richmond Times-Dispatch: At Virginia rally, Biden and Harris lead reelection bid with abortion rights
  • In Virginia: 13 News Now: Biden, Harris bring campaign to Virginia
  • In Virginia: WSVF: President Biden and Vice President Harris Host Abortion Rights Rally in Virginia
  • In Virginia: WWBT: President Biden and Vice President Harris Host Abortion Rights Rally in Virginia

Two years ago, President Biden visited the Blatnik Bridge connecting Wisconsin and Minnesota to highlight the vital yet dilapidated bridge as the type of infrastructure that he would rebuild across the country.  This week, President Biden announced $1 billion from his Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that will go towards rebuilding the bridge – once again showing where Trump failed, President Biden is delivering.

  • In Minnesota: Fox 21: President Biden’s Visit to Superior Highlights $1 Billion to Replace Blatnik Bridge
  • In Minnesota: KTSP: Biden talks infrastructure, federal grant for Blatnik Bridge during Twin Ports visit
  • In Minnesota: Minnesota Public Radio: Biden visits Duluth and Superior to tout infrastructure improvements like Blatnik Bridge
  • In Minnesota: Northern News Now: President Biden announces $5 billion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in Superior visit
  • In Minnesota: Northern News Now: President Biden Touts Infrastructure Plan to packed house in Superior
  • In Minnesota: Northern News Now: Twin Ports businesses react to President Biden’s visit
  • In Minnesota: Northern News Now: What the Blatnik Bridge reconstruction project means for Twin Ports drivers
  • In Minnesota: Star Tribune: Biden visits Superior, Duluth to trumpet bridge money
  • In Minnesota: Star Tribune: Will Rep. Pete Stauber join President Joe Biden to celebrate $1B bridge project he voted against?
  • In Washington: The Spokesman Review: Biden takes on Trump, promotes ‘infrastructure decade’ in Wisconsin
  • In Wisconsin: CBS 58: Pres. Biden highlights infrastructure funding during visit to Superior
  • In Wisconsin: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: In trip to Superior, Wisconsin, Joe Biden looks to regain a key Democratic stronghold
  • In Wisconsin: Wisconsin Examiner: Biden, Yellen tout their administration’s ‘invest in America’ economic gains 
  • In Wisconsin: Wisconsin Public Radio: President Joe Biden visits Superior to tout infrastructure investments