LA CROSSE, Wis., and POTTERVILLE, Mich.—Former President Donald Trump has announced a new pledge to support couples undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments as part of his “pro-family” agenda. During a speech in Potterville, Michigan, on Aug. 29, Trump stated that the government or insurance companies would cover all costs associated with IVF treatment. He emphasized the importance of increasing the number of babies and proposed allowing new parents to deduct major newborn expenses from their taxes if he wins reelection.
In addition to discussing IVF, Trump also addressed his plans for improving the U.S. economy and reducing inflation during campaign stops in Potterville and La Crosse, Wisconsin. The issue of IVF gained attention earlier this year when the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos could be considered children under state law. This ruling sparked debates about abortion and when life begins.
Despite opposition from some Republicans, particularly Catholics who oppose IVF due to religious beliefs, Trump expressed his support for this fertility treatment option. Former congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard joined him on stage during his town hall event in La Crosse and shared her personal struggle with infertility. Gabbard highlighted the difficulties and high costs associated with IVF but emphasized that it should be available for those who want to become parents.
During the town hall format event in La Crosse, a young man named Luke asked Trump about making life more affordable for individuals like himself who are facing economic challenges. In response, Trump blamed unwise energy policies favoring wind and solar power for rising energy prices and criticized out-of-control government spending causing inflation.
The article also mentions attendees’ reactions at these campaign events. Tracy Hartmann praised Trump’s connection with ordinary people despite his wealth while John Goodroad appreciated his economic policies benefiting industries like construction by requiring U.S.-made steel usage.
Trump’s economic message continued at a rally held at Alro Steel in Potterville where he promised to revive the American auto industry by blocking Chinese electric vehicle imports from Mexico while increasing American energy production.
The article concludes by mentioning Harris leading over Trump in opinion polls across Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan but notes that these leads are within the margin of error indicating a close race between them.