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Trump's Abortion Policy Delays Spark Conservative Outcry

12/25/2025

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Anti-abortion advocates grew impatient as the Trump administration delayed review of the abortion pill mifepristone, potentially altering its approval.
U.S. President Donald Trump says abortion policy should be left to states, while conservatives push for stricter regulations.
The FDA's slow review has drawn criticism, sparking calls to oust FDA Commissioner Marty Makary.
Despite pressure, the administration maintains its stance, arguing that restricting abortion access could hurt the GOP in midterms.

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Anti-abortion advocates grew impatient as the Trump administration delayed review of the abortion pill mifepristone, potentially altering its approval.
U.S. President Donald Trump says abortion policy should be left to states, while conservatives push for stricter regulations.
The FDA's slow review has drawn criticism, sparking calls to oust FDA Commissioner Marty Makary.
Despite pressure, the administration maintains its stance, arguing that restricting abortion access could hurt the GOP in midterms.