Governor Kathy Hochul of New York, a Democrat, asserted during a recent appearance that former President Donald Trump deliberately appointed Supreme Court justices who are unsympathetic to women’s rights. In an interview on CNN’s State of the Union, Hochul expressed her support for President Joe Biden ahead of an upcoming presidential debate. The discussion primarily centered around the ramifications of overturning Roe v. Wade, which has allowed certain states to implement restrictive measures concerning abortion.
Hochul criticized Trump for his stance on abortion, accusing him of boasting about curtailing women’s reproductive rights as a central pillar of his platform. She emphasized that Trump’s strategy hinges on highlighting his role in reshaping the Supreme Court to undermine long-established rights fought for by previous generations of women.
In her conversation with host Kaitlan Collins, Hochul suggested that Biden does not need to extensively dwell on the abortion issue because the American public is well aware of Trump’s impact on it. She underscored the urgency of protecting women’s rights and highlighted statistics indicating that a significant portion of American women now reside in states where abortion is severely restricted. Hochul argued that Trump’s fulfillment of his promise to overturn Roe v. Wade has directly contributed to hardships faced by women seeking reproductive healthcare, including long journeys and denial of necessary medical procedures.
Regarding the upcoming debate, Hochul expressed confidence in Biden’s ability to energize the audience and communicate effectively about safeguarding women’s rights. She stressed the importance of Biden reminding voters about the consequences of Trump’s policies on American women, framing it as a pivotal issue that could influence public opinion in the election.
Hochul’s remarks come at a time when her approval ratings in New York have reached record lows, underscoring the contentious nature of the abortion debate and its political implications. As the debate approaches, she anticipates Biden’s strong performance in addressing critical issues, including protecting women’s rights, which she views as central to the Democratic agenda.