Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer criticized Donald Trump, calling him “deranged” after he claimed women would stop thinking about abortion if he were re-elected. Whitmer emphasized Trump’s disconnect from women’s real-life challenges and reiterated her support for Vice President Kamala Harris, particularly on issues of healthcare and abortion rights. The governor’s remarks come amid ongoing political discourse on abortion, with Trump making controversial statements about women’s well-being, and Harris continuing to advocate for reproductive rights.
- Whitmer’s Criticism of Trump:
- Governor Whitmer referred to Trump as “deranged” following his comments that women would no longer think about abortion if he were re-elected.
- She pointed out that Trump does not understand the challenges faced by average women due to his disconnected lifestyle.
- Support for Kamala Harris:
- Whitmer voiced strong support for Vice President Kamala Harris, who has experience working in hourly jobs and advocates for women’s healthcare, including access to abortion.
- Trump’s Statements on Women:
- During a speech, Trump claimed that women would feel “happy, healthy, confident, and free” if he becomes president again.
- On his Truth Social platform, Trump asserted that women are poorer, less healthy, and less optimistic than they were four years ago.
- Political Context and Abortion Rights:
- Harris delivered speeches in Georgia and Wisconsin, citing the case of Amber Thurman, who died due to a strict abortion ban.
- Whitmer’s comments followed her participation in a national campaign event with Oprah Winfrey.
- Michigan’s Political Importance:
- Whitmer was a potential candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination but ruled herself out in July.
- Michigan, a crucial swing state, was won by Joe Biden in 2020 by a significant margin. Whitmer’s victory over a Trump-backed candidate in 2022 marked Democratic control for the first time in 45 years.
