Trump Weighs Abortion Stances in VP Selection Process

Seeking a balance, the former president evaluates potential running mates' views on abortion to navigate GOP support and voter backlash.

Donald Trump is carefully considering the abortion stance of potential vice presidential picks, aiming to balance GOP support without alienating moderate voters.
Trump's focus on abortion reflects his concern over the issue's impact on Republican electoral success, especially following backlash to the Dobbs ruling.
Potential VP candidates include Tim Scott, JD Vance, Elise Stefanik, Byron Donalds, and Marco Rubio, with Trump seeking views that avoid extreme positions.
Trump's reluctance to endorse a strict abortion ban contrasts with his legacy of appointing conservative Supreme Court justices who helped overturn Roe v. Wade.
Trump's strategy involves polling Mar-a-Lago diners and consulting close sources to gauge the electability of his VP choices based on their abortion views.