Staff Reports
Donald Trump is making waves in the political world yet again, but this time it’s not about a fiery tweet or an animated rally speech. Instead, he’s wading into the murky waters of reproductive policy, showing surprising support for in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. The former president recently made it clear at a rally in Michigan that he not only supports IVF, but is also ready to put taxpayer dollars behind it should he reclaim the White House.
As the left continues their relentless campaign to paint Trump as an enemy of reproductive rights, he’s making sure to lay down a clear and simple message: he wants more babies. In a move that could turn heads on all sides of the political aisle, Trump announced that a Trump administration would require the government or insurers to cover all IVF costs. It seems he’s not just addressing the critics, but also aiming to summon the Democrats’ old playbook on government-funded services—an interesting twist indeed.
Trump just announced that his administration will pay for IVF and mandate insurance companies to cover the treatment, allowing couples with fertility issues to have kids
"We are going to be paying for that treatment, so we are paying for that treatment.all Americans that need it. pic.twitter.com/gENvgur5pm— Japan today (@Raymond82691280) August 29, 2024
While any good plan would come with a lot of questions—like how exactly it will be funded—the numbers being tossed around suggest that such a mandate could cost the government and insurance companies upwards of $7 billion each year. One has to wonder where that hefty sum would come from, especially considering the nation’s already bulging financial burden. However, Trump’s past with fiscal plans hasn’t exactly been conventional, so it wouldn’t be surprising if he had a few tricks up his sleeve.
The timing of this announcement isn’t coincidental either. Recently, the state of Alabama ruled that embryos in IVF should be treated as unborn children, leading clinics to temporarily close their doors. Rather than shy away from this contentious issue, Trump jumped in, calling on the Alabama legislature to fix the problem quickly. His message seems to be straightforward—he wants to champion the right to life while simultaneously ensuring that couples who want children through IVF can do so without a financial anchor dragging them down.
Of course, this isn’t the only issue on Trump’s radar. As he continues his “delicate dance” around abortion, he’s recently signaled potential support for ending Florida’s six-week abortion ban. The left is trying to use this to portray him as inconsistent, which is rich coming from them. If there’s one thing they love more than spinning narratives, it’s political maneuvering when it suits them just fine. Trump’s strategy may be risky, but it’s a classic move for someone who’s not afraid to play the long game. Whether voters will see through the left’s attacks and recognize Trump’s path forward on these issues remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: this battle over reproduction is heating up, and Trump is right in the thick of it.
