Trump to address influential evangelicals advocating for national abortion ban

Former President Donald Trump delivered a keynote speech at the Faith and Freedom Coalition's "2024 Road to Majority" conference in Washington, addressing evangelical supporters. Despite conflicting views on a national abortion ban, Trump emphasized the importance of allowing the people to decide on abortion legislation at the state level. He reiterated his support for exceptions in cases of rape, incest, and when the mother's life is at risk, acknowledging varying opinions within the pro-life movement. Christian conservatives, a significant part of Trump's support base, praised his nomination of three Supreme Court justices who voted to overturn Roe v. Wade. Trump urged evangelical voters to turn out in large numbers to ensure his re-election, warning that a victory for President Joe Biden would be detrimental to Christianity. Biden's campaign criticized Trump's speech as incoherent and unhinged, portraying him as a threat to freedoms. While Trump has hesitated to support a nationwide ban on abortion, many evangelical supporters remain loyal to him, appreciating his stance on Supreme Court appointments. Attendees at the conference expressed a desire for a federal ban on abortion but acknowledged the current focus on state-level legislation. Trump's remarks also touched on immigration issues, with a humorous suggestion to involve migrants in a fighting competition, drawing criticism from Biden's campaign for his felony conviction and immigration stance. Overall, Trump's speech highlighted the complex relationship between his views on abortion, the support from evangelical voters, and the political dynamics leading up to the 2024 election. Despite differing opinions within the pro-life movement, Trump's appeal to evangelical voters remains strong, emphasizing the importance of their turnout in the upcoming election.