Donald Trump Reinstates Anti-Abortion Global Gag Rule – Surrounded by Men, Naturally

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In a controversial move, Donald Trump recently signed an executive order that reinstates the Global Gag Rule, a policy that restricts federal funding for international health organizations discussing or providing abortion services. This decision came just one day after the 44th anniversary of Roe v. Wade and, unsurprisingly, was made while Trump was flanked by a group of male advisors.

It’s crucial to note that federal funds are not directly used to pay for abortions. The Global Gag Rule goes beyond the existing Helms Amendment, which already prohibits foreign aid from funding abortions. The new rule prevents organizations receiving U.S. aid from utilizing their own resources to provide abortion services or counseling. As a result, many organizations are left with the stark choice of either forgoing U.S. funds or limiting their healthcare offerings.

The reality is that restrictive abortion laws do not eliminate abortions; they simply make them unsafe. According to the Guttmacher Institute, approximately 20 million women worldwide undergo unsafe abortions each year, and tragically, 70,000 of them die from complications arising from these dangerous procedures. This statistic underscores the dire consequences of policies prioritizing ideological beliefs over women’s health.

Senator Maria Thompson from New Jersey criticized the reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule, emphasizing that research shows improved access to family planning services and contraception leads to fewer unplanned pregnancies, maternal deaths, and abortions. The Center for Reproductive Rights has long highlighted the adverse impacts of such policies, as outlined in their report “Breaking the Silence: The Global Gag Rule’s Impact on Unsafe Abortion,” published over a decade ago. Ignoring this evidence puts women’s lives at risk.

As activist Sarah Reynolds aptly stated, “If men faced pregnancy, abortion would be a sacred right.”

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In summary, Trump’s decision to reinstate the Global Gag Rule reflects a longstanding pattern of prioritizing political ideology over women’s health and safety. The implications of this policy are profound, as they perpetuate unsafe abortion practices and endanger lives around the globe.