Keys to the Keystone State | Battleground Ep. 52
With less than a month until Election Day, "Battleground" dives deep into the crucial swing states that will decide the 2024 presidential race. From the nail-biting electoral map math to the latest twists in state-level politics, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the factors shaping the election's final weeks. Don't miss our expert analysis on generational voting trends in Pennsylvania and the potential game-changing impact of Georgia's abortion ruling.
Melania Trump says she supports abortion rights
In a social media post, the former first lady advocates for abortion rights saying in part “Without a doubt, there is no room for compromise when it comes to this essential right that all women possess from birth: individual freedom."
Proposition 139: What to know about the Arizona Abortion Access Act
Amongst a number of ballot measures this November is one that aims to enshrine the right to abortion in Arizona's constitution. Here's what to know about Proposition 139, and what supporters and opponents are saying about it.
Most Hispanic Americans support abortion access, AP-NORC poll finds
Around 6 in 10 Hispanic Protestants and about two-thirds of Hispanic Catholics say abortion should be legal in all or most cases, the new AP-NORC poll found.
Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban is officially off the books
Arizona's controversial 1864 ban on abortions has been officially repealed as of September 14.
Abortion access 2024: Here’s where the laws stand in your state
Here is a look at the state of abortion access in the United States ahead of the November election.
Judge strikes down North Dakota's abortion ban
A judge made his ruling based on a request from the state to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a North Dakota abortion clinic in 2022.
More women got tubal ligations after Roe v. Wade was overturned
A new study shows an increase in women opting for tubal ligations after Roe v. Wade was overturned, with the largest rise in states with abortion bans.
Debate recap: Experts weigh in | Battleground Ep. 32
The first and possibly, only presidential debate took place here, in Philadelphia last night. Get exclusive insight from voters in our Ipsos focus group on who they think won the clash over key issues like the economy, abortion rights, and health care. Plus, expert analysis from top journalists in battleground states Michigan and Nevada. All this and more as we honor the memory of 9/11 and examine how the debate will impact this nail-biter of a race, now just 55 days from the election.
Abortion reshapes the swing state landscape | Battleground Ep. 27
A revealing new study sheds light on how abortion and reproductive rights are shaping the race in six crucial swing states. In North Carolina, a stunning admission about abortion has shaken up the governor's race - we'll explore what it means for the presidential contest. Plus, the battle for rural voters heats up as Republicans aim to expand their lead in less populated regions.
Trump unveils plan for IVF | 2024 Election
The election in November involves more than electing the next president, as voters in may state will also weigh in on measures related to abortion access. On Thursday, former President Donald Trump made a surprising announcement on in-vitro fertilization, and reporter Rebekah Castor has more on his proposal for government-paid IVF.
Trump calls for free IVF treatments with no plan on how it would work
Donald Trump says he wants to make IVF treatments free for women, but he hasn’t said how the government would pay for it or how such a massive undertaking would work.
Ballot measures in 41 states give voters a say on abortion and other tough questions
Arizona, Colorado and California have the greatest number of ballot measures at the moment and more could still get placed by election day.
Arizona Supreme Court clears way for voters to decide on constitutional right to abortion
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that a 200-word summary that advocates used to collect signatures is valid, clearing the way for voters to decide on the constitutional right to an abortion.
Abortion prop will be on Arizona's November ballot
Late Tuesday evening, the Arizona Supreme Court issued a ruling allowing Prop 139 to remain on the November ballot. If passed, abortions could be done until a fetus is able to survive outside of the womb, which is typically 24 weeks. The state's highest court sided with a lower court's ruling that the measure's 200-word description is not misleading and does not omit any key provisions.
Fetus can be referred to as ‘unborn human being’ in abortion measure voter pamphlet: AZ court
An informational pamphlet for voters who will decide whether to guarantee the constitutional right to an abortion can refer to a fetus as an "unborn human being," the Arizona Supreme Court ruled.
‘Unborn human being’ wording OK in abortion measure
An informational pamphlet for voters who will decide whether to guarantee the constitutional right to an abortion can refer to a fetus as an "unborn human being," the Arizona Supreme Court ruled Wednesday.
Survey: 3 in 4 reproductive age women in the US think abortion should be legal
Support for legal abortion has risen since the U.S. Supreme Court eliminated abortion protections provided by Roe v. Wade.
Arizona will put abortion rights on November ballot l 2024 Election
The Arizona secretary of state’s office said Monday that it had certified 577,971 signatures — far above the required number that the coalition supporting the ballot measure had to submit in order to put the question before voters.
2024 Arizona Election: When it comes to ballot measures, voters have some big choices to make in November
Besides the presidential election and various other races, voters in Arizona will also decide on a number of ballot measures. Two of them, Prop 139 and Prop 314, deal with hot-button issues.