Special Poll
On a recent episode of “The View,” Joy Behar expressed skepticism about former First Lady Melania Trump’s stance on abortion rights, which was highlighted during promotions for her upcoming memoir. Behar suggested that Melania’s public support for a woman’s right to choose might be orchestrated by the Republican Party, stating, “I think they put her up to this… I think it’s a big scam.”
Melania Trump, in a video shared earlier in the week, emphasized that individual freedom, including a woman’s right to make decisions about her own body, is a “fundamental principle” she firmly stands by. She questioned the meaning behind the phrase “my body, my choice,” reinforcing her position on personal freedom as essential for women.
Behar, however, questioned the sincerity of Melania’s message, dismissing it as a strategy for public relations rather than a genuine belief. “I don’t buy it,” Behar remarked, indicating her doubts about the authenticity of Melania’s views.
Another co-host, Sunny Hostin, speculated that Melania might have personal motivations, suggesting that this could be her way of distancing herself from her husband, former President Donald Trump, especially as the election approaches. Hostin commented, “I think she wants to take him out… and she’s doing a pretty good job with that.”
Meanwhile, Donald Trump and his running mate, Senator JD Vance, have been tempering their public stance on abortion in light of the political impact the issue has had on Republicans since the overturning of Roe v. Wade. In recent statements, Trump mentioned that he would veto any national abortion ban if re-elected, although he continues to express pride in the role he played in the reversal of Roe v. Wade.
In her memoir, Melania Trump also touches on the issue of bodily autonomy, writing, “Denying a woman the right to decide whether to end a pregnancy is equivalent to stripping her of control over her own body.” According to reports, she has maintained this perspective throughout her adult life.
Donald Trump, when asked about his wife’s public stance, acknowledged her independence in expressing her beliefs. In an interview with Fox News, he said, “I told her, you have to write what you believe. I’m not going to tell you what to do.”
This complex exchange reflects the ongoing debate within the Republican Party on abortion rights, especially in the wake of significant legal and political changes.