Harris Unveils Abortion Ads Targeting Trump

Vice President Harris’s Campaign Targets Trump on Abortion Ahead of Debate

The Vice President Harris’s campaign has released three new advertisements highlighting former President Trump’s stance on reproductive healthcare. The ads aim to use Trump’s own words to paint him as a threat to reproductive freedom, as the country prepares for the upcoming debate.

Trump’s Comments Used Against Him

The 30-second ad, titled "Told Us," features Trump stating, "For 54 years they were trying to get Roe v. Wade terminated and I did it and I’m proud to have done it." The comment was made during a townhall with Fox News in January. The ad warns that Trump would seek to go further, pushing for a national abortion ban. While Trump has claimed he wouldn’t sign such a bill, he has refused to say whether he would veto it if it reached his desk.

Personal Stories Highlighted

The campaign has also released two additional ads, narrated by individuals who have been personally affected by restrictive abortion laws. In the 30-second ad "Big Family," Alabama resident Latorya Beasley discusses how her embryo transfer was canceled after the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are children, making in vitro fertilization (IVF) a less accessible option.

The one-minute ad "Laurel" features Wisconsin resident Laurel Marcinkus, who shares her story of how she couldn’t receive timely treatment after her labor had to be induced due to a blood clot in her uterus. Doctors at the time were hesitant to treat her, fearing prosecution. Marcinkus remarks, "I almost died. That’s because of the decision that Donald Trump made." The ad includes a quote from Trump, saying that "there has to be some form of punishment for women" who get abortions, taken from an MSNBC interview in 2016.

Targeting Strategy

The ads will be targeted towards battleground states and during high-viewership moments, such as the return of popular primetime programming. "Told Us" will be broadcast during these events, while "Laurel" and "Big Family" will be shown as digital spots on platforms like Hulu, Roku, YouTube, Paramount, Spotify, and Pandora.

Reproductive Rights Bus Tour

The Harris campaign has also launched a reproductive rights bus tour, which will make stops in North Carolina. The tour aims to highlight the restrictive abortion laws passed in red states since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. Minnesota’s first lady Gwen Walz and second gentleman Doug Emhoff will join the tour on Tuesday to raise awareness about these issues.

Campaign Statement

Harris spokesperson Lauren Hitt said in a statement, "Donald Trump is a fundamental threat to reproductive freedom — and you don’t have to take our word for it — Trump said it himself. In fact, he’s said again and again that he’s ‘proud’ that he overturned Roe — a ruling which has harmed countless women, including Latorya and Laurel."

Conclusion

The Harris campaign’s latest advertisements demonstrate its commitment to holding Trump accountable for his stance on reproductive healthcare. By using Trump’s own words and sharing personal stories of women affected by restrictive abortion laws, the campaign aims to highlight the threat that Trump poses to reproductive freedom. As the country prepares for the upcoming debate, it remains to be seen how Trump will respond to these ads and the broader concerns surrounding reproductive rights.

FAQs

• What are the three ads released by the Harris campaign targeting Trump on abortion?
  • "Told Us," "Big Family," and "Laurel"
• What does Trump’s comment "For 54 years they were trying to get Roe v. Wade terminated and I did it and I’m proud to have done it" mean?
  • He is taking credit for overturning Roe v. Wade
• What is the goal of the reproductive rights bus tour?
  • To highlight restrictive abortion laws passed in red states since Roe v. Wade was overturned and raise awareness about the importance of reproductive freedom