News for IVF after Trump’s Announcement
Date: August 31, 2024, 11:01 AM GMT
Executive summary: Former President Donald Trump announced that he would make IVF treatment free for all Americans if he were to win the upcoming presidential election. This statement has sparked a wave of debate and discussion regarding the financial implications, ethical considerations, and potential impact on access to IVF.
Trump’s IVF Proposal
Trump Called for I.V.F. to Be Free. How Would That Work?
While making IVF free is possible, experts say it would be an uphill battle.
The New York Times (17 hours ago)
Trump Says He’ll Support Free IVF Treatments in a Second Term
Former President Donald Trump told crowds in Wisconsin and Michigan that he would make IVF treatment free if he wins a second term.
NPR (18 hours ago)
Trump Proposal to Cover IVF Costs Faces Skepticism
The GOP nominee says government or insurers should pay for fertility treatments that can cost tens of thousands of dollars and are opposed by some antiabortion groups.
WSJ (13 hours ago)
Trump’s push for free IVF may attract suburban women, but questions about covering cost
As former President Donald Trump works to court suburban women, his campaign is now working toward changing the narrative around his stance on reproductive rights.
ABC News (24 hours ago)
Trump wants to make the GOP a ‘leader’ on IVF. Republicans’ actions make that a tough sell
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is vowing to force health insurance companies or the federal government to pay for IVF treatments, a proposal that has drawn mixed reactions from Republicans and Democrats.
AP News (14 hours ago)
Reactions to Trump’s Proposal
Harris Campaign, Sen. Elizabeth Warren Slam Trump on IVF
The Harris campaign and Sen. Elizabeth Warren have slammed Trump’s proposal, calling it “smoke and mirrors.”
U.S. News & World Report (15 hours ago)
‘Watch: J.D. Vance Flails When Grilled on Trump’s Surprise IVF Proposal’
J.D. Vance is scrambling to justify how Trump’s new proposal on IVF fits with their previous stance on “religious liberty.”
The New Republic (23 hours ago)
Trump’s IVF plan draws flak from right and left
Trump’s IVF proposal has been met with criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.
USA Today (19 hours ago)
Trump faces fallout on IVF proposal and abortion comments
Anti-abortion groups are pushing back against former President Donald Trump’s refusal to say how he plans to vote in Florida’s upcoming abortion ballot.
NBC News (15 hours ago)
DNC unveils billboards in Pennsylvania claiming Trump threatens IVF access
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has unveiled billboards in Pennsylvania claiming that former President Trump threatens access to IVF.
The Hill (17 hours ago)
IVF Coverage and Access
Map Shows States Already Requiring Insurance to Cover IVF
Former President Donald Trump pledged to offer government-funded in-vitro fertilization, or IVF, coverage if reelected to the presidency, but insurance coverage for IVF varies widely by state.
Newsweek (16 hours ago)
Trump pledge on IVF puts spotlight on fertility treatment insurance coverage debate in Minnesota
Democrats in control of the state capitol have pushed for insurance mandates so IVF and other fertility treatments are included in health plans.
CBS News (12 hours ago)
‘A tough battle: South Florida doctor weighs in on Trump”s IVF coverage plan’
Dr. Vanessa Weitzman with IVF Florida said while there have been improvements in coverage, there is a huge hangup.
NBC 6 South Florida (10 hours ago)
‘We want more babies’: Trump”s IVF plan draws flak from right and left
The former president made the announcement Thursday, as reproductive rights loom over the first post-Roe presidential election.
USA Today (19 hours ago)
Trump proposes the government pay for IVF; what are Catholics saying?
Though Trump has cast his support for IVF as pro-child and pro-family, the announcement has drawn criticism from numerous pro-life Catholics.
Catholic News Agency (14 hours ago)
IVF and the 2024 Election
Harris-Walz Campaign Tour Puts IVF at the Center of Election
Harris’s campaign hosted a press call Friday morning on "Donald Trump’s Threat to Reproductive Freedom, Including IVF", bringing another aspect of the 2024 election to the forefront.
Newsweek (14 hours ago)
Election Live Updates: Trump’s I.V.F. Remarks Draw Fire From Democrats and Defense From Vance
The Harris campaign criticized Donald J. Trump’s supportive comments about I.V.F. as “smoke and mirrors,” while his running mate dismissed concerns that his proposal would lead to more abortions.
The New York Times (8 hours ago)
Election 2024: Trump addresses Moms for Liberty group; Vance responds to Trump’s IVF comments
Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz also hit the campaign trail today with two events near Washington, D.C.. Trump says IVF treatment will be paid for by government or insurance.
NBC News (7 hours ago)
IVF and the Public
Is IVF more consistent with Pro-Life or Pro-Choice?
The debate about IVF’s alignment with pro-life or pro-choice ideologies is complex. Some argue that IVF aligns with the pro-choice perspective because it allows individuals to choose when and how they become parents. Others contend that IVF is pro-life as it allows individuals who would otherwise be unable to have children to experience parenthood.
Reddit (22 hours ago)
‘I know I need to do IVF but why? : r/InfertilitySucks’
The emotional and mental toll of navigating IVF can be overwhelming. Many women struggle with the decision to pursue IVF and the uncertainty of the process.
Reddit (23 hours ago)
Videos
Trump says he would make IVF treatments free for families if …
Former President Donald Trump campaigned Thursday in Michigan and Wisconsin where he focused on women’s reproductive care. Speaking to the crowd in Michigan … (3:24)
CBS News (24 hours ago)
‘Trump promises government-funded IVF treatment #shorts’
Trump promises government-funded IVF treatment #shorts. 7.7K views · 3 hours ago …more. (0:59)
YouTube (14 hours ago)
Behind Donald Trump’s IVF plan, reproductive rights comments
Former President Donald Trump is suggesting the government and insurance companies should pay for in vitro fertilization. CBS News political reporter Zak … (4:30)
YouTube (12 hours ago)
Trump says he would make IVF treatments free for families if …
Former President Donald Trump campaigned Thursday in Michigan and Wisconsin where he focused on women’s reproductive care. Speaking to the crowd in Michigan … (3:25)
YouTube (21 hours ago)
Trump promises to make IVF free
Former President Donald Trump pledged, without specifics, that he’d make in vitro fertilization free if elected, despite appointing three Supreme Court … (3:21)
YouTube (21 hours ago)
Behind Donald Trump’s IVF plan, reproductive rights comments
Former President Donald Trump is suggesting the government and insurance companies should pay for in vitro fertilization. CBS News political reporter Zak … (4:29)
CBS News (14 hours ago)
Trump promises ‘free’ IVF treatments in newest campaign pledge
Former President Donald Trump revealed a new policy proposal Thursday in an exclusive interview with NBC News, pledging that during his second term the … (2:39)
YouTube (23 hours ago)
”’We wanna produce babies”: Trump says IVF will be free if he …’
During a town hall campaign event in Wisconsin, Donald Trump told the ex-Democrat and campaign surrogate Tulsi Gabbard that the government or insurance …
The Guardian (22 hours ago)
Trump promises full coverage for IVF costs
Trump announced that the government or health insurance companies would cover all costs associated with IVF treatment if he’s re-elected. (1:10)
USA Today (17 hours ago)
Trump faces fallout on IVF proposal and abortion comments
Anti-abortion groups are pushing back against former President Donald Trump’s refusal to say how he plans to vote in Florida’s upcoming abortion ballot … (13:01)
NBC News (15 hours ago)
