Where the GOP presidential candidates stand on abortion rights
The IndependentSign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Donald Trump open image in gallery Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks to supporters during a visit to the Iowa State Fair on 12 August 2023 Donald Trump has never taken a clear-cut stance on the issue of abortion. “I would not support a federal abortion ban.” Mr Ramaswamy has repeatedly stated that he believes abortion is a state issue, not a federal one. Instead, he has said he would support the pro-life agenda by implementing legislation that supports contraceptives, adoption, child care and “sexual responsibility for men.” Asa Hutchinson open image in gallery Republican presidential candidate, former Arkansas Gov. It is unclear if Mr Binkley would support a federal abortion ban though one of the goals that he lists on his website is to “protect the unborn”.