Democrats want women to hate Trump. Thankfully, that’s not happening.
Former President Donald Trump recently unveiled his new in-vitro fertilization (IVF) policy during a town hall event in La Crosse, Wisconsin, drawing enthusiastic support from the audience. Trump emphasized his commitment to increasing the birth rate in America by proposing that the government either directly fund IVF treatments or require insurance companies to cover them. “We want people to have babies,” Trump declared, earning a resounding cheer from those in attendance.
The announcement followed a poignant moment at the town hall when former Democratic presidential candidate Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (I-HI) shared her personal experience with IVF struggles while serving in Congress. Gabbard’s emotional recounting resonated with many in the crowd, as she highlighted the challenges faced by couples undergoing fertility treatments.
In response to Trump’s policy, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wis.), who is currently defending his seat against Democratic challenger Rebecca Cooke, reaffirmed his support for the President’s approach. Van Orden stated, “The Republican Party stands firmly for family values.” He expressed his belief that couples who wish to have children should have access to IVF technology, despite acknowledging the complexities surrounding the disposal of surplus embryos—a topic of debate among some pro-life advocates.
Van Orden criticized reports suggesting Trump had shifted his stance on IVF, reaffirming that both he and Trump are committed to supporting reproductive technologies while maintaining conservative values. Van Orden also highlighted the stark contrast between Republican and Democratic positions on reproductive issues. “Democrats advocate for taxpayer-funded abortions up to birth, including for reasons like sex selection, which is unacceptable,” Van Orden argued. He underscored that Trump and Republicans support exceptions for cases of rape, incest, and threats to the mother’s life.
As the race heats up, with millions of dollars pouring into Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, political analysts rate Van Orden’s seat as leaning Republican. Van Orden’s opponent, Rebecca Cooke, will face a challenging battle in November, as she attempts to sway voters in a deeply polarized political climate.