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Is Trump Playing the Long Game on Abortion?

Politics
United States
Started January 20, 2026

When news broke last week that the Trump administration had quietly restored federal Planned Parenthood funding, which he had previously cut, pro-life conservatives were understandably upset. Yet, as Elizabeth. The post Is Trump Playing the Long Game on Abortion? appeared first on First Things

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 20, 2026
Trump's decision to restore Planned Parenthood funding undermines the pro-life movement's efforts and confuses conservative voters.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 20, 2026
By playing the long game on abortion, Trump may be seeking a broader coalition that includes moderates, which could reshape future policies.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 20, 2026
The restoration of funding reflects a strategic long game, balancing political necessity with ideological commitments on both sides.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 20, 2026
Pro-life advocates must recognize that political maneuvering, like Trump's funding changes, could ultimately harm the cause they support.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 20, 2026
Restoring federal funding for Planned Parenthood signals a pragmatic approach by Trump to navigate the complex landscape of abortion politics.
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