Trump on Melania's abortion rights comment: 'You have to stick with your heart'

Former President Donald Trump said in an interview that he told Melania Trump “you have to write what you believe” about her apparent pro-choice stance on abortion in her memoir, which is scheduled to be published next week.

“We talked about it, and I said, 'You have to write what you believe. I'm not going to tell you anything.' I'm not going to tell you what to do. You have to write what you believe,” he said in an interview with FOX News Channel's Bill Melgin. It was broadcast on Thursday.

Trump added: “She is so loved.”

“But I said you have to follow your heart. I've told everyone you have to follow your heart,” he said.

The former first lady released a video Thursday expressing support for abortion rights and teasing her upcoming memoir, in which she says she is an ardent supporter of a woman's right to control her own body. is reported to have said.

“Personal freedom is a fundamental principle that I uphold. There is no question that there is no room for compromise when it comes to these fundamental rights that every woman is entitled to from birth. Personal freedom. 'My body. “What do you really mean by 'my choice?'” she said.Video posted on social platform X.

Earlier this week, President Trump said he would veto any federal abortion ban if it reached his desk. He argued that each state should determine its own abortion laws with minimal federal intervention, but his preferences include rape, incest, and putting the mother's life at risk. An exception is made for abortion in certain cases.