Pro-life advocate and Live Action founder Lila Rose is urging Americans to prioritize their conscience when voting in the 2024 presidential election. In an exclusive interview, Rose expressed concerns about former President Trump's recent positions on abortion, despite his contributions to overturning Roe v. Wade. Rose believes Trump is retreating from a strong pro-life stance, citing his comments on the Florida six-week abortion ban, where he reportedly favored leaving the issue to individual states.
Rose's critique follows a year of significant progress for the pro-life movement, with 360 pro-life bills introduced in state legislatures and an estimated 24,000 fewer abortions since the Dobbs decision. While acknowledging the monumental victory of overturning Roe, Rose insists the movement must continue pushing for complete legal protection for unborn children. She advocates for a bold, uncompromising strategy, unafraid to challenge political figures, including Trump. Rose previously criticized Trump on Twitter for labeling abortion a state-level issue, a stance she reiterated as "disqualifying" in her interview.
While acknowledging Trump's positive contributions, such as appointing pro-life justices to the Supreme Court and surrounding himself with strong pro-life figures like former Vice President Pence, Rose believes he has since backpedaled. She pushes back against the notion of unwavering loyalty to Trump, emphasizing the importance of considering all factors when choosing a candidate. A Trump spokesperson defended the former president's record, highlighting his appointments of pro-life judges, his role in overturning Roe v. Wade, and his actions to protect unborn life both domestically and abroad. The spokesperson contrasted Trump's record with President Biden's stance on abortion.
Rose also criticized the media for its perceived pro-abortion bias, urging the public to be wary of media narratives. She reaffirmed the ultimate goal of the pro-life movement: complete legal protection for the unborn, as she believes is guaranteed by the 14th Amendment. Rose expressed optimism about the future of the movement and its ability to achieve this goal. While Live Action does not endorse candidates, Rose suggested she might personally endorse someone in the future. She emphasized the importance of voting one's conscience, acknowledging the complexities of candidate selection. Rose concluded by reiterating her commitment to the fight for complete legal protection of the unborn.
