Trump Contorts Himself on Abortion in Search of Political Gain
Briefly

Trump's consistent shifts in his stance on abortion—from pro-choice to pro-life to supporting punishments for women—illustrate his attempts to navigate the complexities of social conservatism within his political strategy.
His recent comments about possibly supporting a Florida measure for abortion access reveal that he struggles with balancing his political ambitions while attempting to appease a conservative base that has been historically adamant against abortion.
Despite the shifting opinion within the Republican Party on abortion, Trump has shown that he is keenly aware of the potential dangers the abortion issue poses to his party's electoral success.
Trump's willingness to adapt his views again, following backlash from social conservatives over potential abortion measures, highlights his readiness to take drastic measures in pursuit of electoral victory.
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