Melania Trump voices strong support for abortion rights in yet to released memoir

Melania Trump has expressed strong support for abortion rights in her forthcoming memoir, according to a report by The Guardian on Wednesday. Her statements appear to mark a sharp contrast with the stance of her husband, former President Donald Trump, particularly on an issue set to play a pivotal role in the upcoming U.S. election.

In the memoir, Melania Trump emphasizes the importance of protecting a woman’s autonomy when making decisions about having children. She reportedly writes, “It is imperative to guarantee that women have autonomy in deciding their preference of having children, based on their own convictions, free from any intervention or pressure from the government.” The remarks, if confirmed, would represent a departure from Donald Trump’s more conservative position, which advocates for states to impose their own restrictions on abortion.

Abortion has emerged as a central topic ahead of the November 5 election, with Democratic candidate Kamala Harris polling strongly on the issue compared to Donald Trump. Many voters are closely watching the debate, especially in light of the 2022 Supreme Court ruling that overturned the national right to abortion, a decision made possible by three Trump-appointed justices.

Melania Trump’s comments, as reported by The Guardian, are in stark contrast to the former president’s advocacy for state-level restrictions. “Why should anyone other than the woman herself have the power to determine what she does with her own body?” she reportedly writes. “A woman’s fundamental right of individual liberty, to her own life, grants her the authority to terminate her pregnancy if she wishes.”

She goes on to assert her long-held belief in a woman’s right to choose. “Restricting a woman’s right to choose whether to terminate an unwanted pregnancy is the same as denying her control over her own body. I have carried this belief with me throughout my entire adult life,” Melania reportedly adds.

Since the Supreme Court’s decision in 2022, at least 20 states have implemented full or partial restrictions on abortion. States like Georgia have enacted laws banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, sparking intense national debate over reproductive rights.

Melania Trump’s memoir, which is slated for release next Tuesday, is already drawing attention for its divergence from the views of her husband, a key figure in reshaping the U.S. legal landscape around abortion. How her comments may influence the national conversation remains to be seen as the election draws near.