What Trump’s waffling on abortion means for his campaign, according to analysts

Months after Donald Trump declared the debate over reproductive rights in America settled, the former president is still straining to navigate the new era of post-Roe politics that he helped create. Catch up on CNN’s coverage.

00:00 Former President Donald Trump said Friday he will be voting “no” on the Florida abortion amendment, which would protect the right to an abortion, a day after infuriating religious conservatives with an inartful attempt to sidestep questions about how he would vote in his home state. CNN’s Steve Contorno reports, and a panel of political experts breaks down the news.

10:20 Anthony Scaramucci joins CNN’s Alex Marquardt and weighs in on former President Donald Trump's waffling on abortion.

15:16 A panel of political commentators share their reactions to Trump saying that he will not support a ballot referendum to expand abortion access in his home state of Florida just 24 hours after suggesting he might.

25:03 CNN’s Randi Kaye takes a closer look at JD Vance’s evolving stance on abortion over the years.

28:27 Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro (NY) joins CNN’s Pamela Brown to discuss former President Donald Trump’s position on abortion.

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[cariad]

Abortion politics is tough? No it isn't you just tell the truth, rather than trying to appease everyone.

[smokefreehouse]

They will say WHATEVER it takes to get elected. Simple. You don't have to be a genius to understand this.

[mxmblngr]

The fact that CNN have to remind people that killing babies after birth is actually illegal in every state makes me laugh every time 😂

[johndowner]

Abortion shouldn't be political. Just mind your own damn business! It's between a woman and her doctor.

[akuaagyeiwaa]

Watch the reporter agreeing with him on 9 months abortion and nodding his head? Pathetic!

[spudsmackenzie]

So it’s ok for Trump to flip on issues week to week but Harris can’t change her position on issues after learning during 3.5 years as VP? The hypocrisy of MAGA is ridiculous..

[ottohart]

Will pay for IVF like he made Mexico pay for the wall?

[BonnieBentz]

I don't believe him. He's full of crap

[stevenyu]

Not complicated. It is up to a woman and her physician. Period.

[frapi]

This man is a disgrace. His lack of knowledge is immense. The entire world is watching and it’s truly embarrassing.

[alexlamuraglia]

Yes but jd Vance doesn't think rape is a crime, he said "its an inconvenience"

[bryanthussung]

How many abortions you think he’s payed for? lol

[WilliamLynch-sdwd]

Mexico didn’t pay one cent for the wall but we the taxpayers did !! Vote blue save our nation 🇺🇸🇺🇸💙

[rara]

9 months?! What is he talking about??!!! Point to me a democrat who’s advocated for abortion after 9 months I’m dying to know! Am I missing something here???

[danielmikula]

It's an enormous mistake for him. He's turning the conversation towards the issue where he's weakest against the Harris campaign.

[freebird-wgye]

Accusing Harris of flip flopping is projection. He’s talking about himself.

[carloschacal]

9 month right to have an abortion?!! Is he crazy?

[Carcerian]

It means he's a pathological liar, who can't be trusted.

[nextaggin]

Bro.. Trump needs to just go. Like.. WE should be so embarrassed as a Country at this point 😂

[abe]

Pro life people should pay more taxes and distribute that money to mothers who were forced to give birth. If you are forcing someone to give birth, then you should also pay for those babies or mind your damn business.