Attorney Joyce Vance has raised concerns about former President Donald Trump's stance on women, drawing parallels to the dystopian reality depicted in Margaret Atwood's novel, The Handmaid's Tale. Vance, a former U.S. attorney in Alabama, highlighted Trump's recent post on his Truth Social platform, where he claimed that women would have a better future if he were to win the White House in November. Trump's promise of a brighter future for women, stating they would be "HAPPY, HEALTHY, CONFIDENT AND FREE" under his leadership, has sparked criticism and comparison to the oppressive society portrayed in the popular book.

In his post, Trump suggested that women's well-being had declined since his presidency, pointing to issues of poverty, health, and safety, while emphasizing that a second term for him would greatly improve their lives. Notably, Trump addressed the topic of abortion, asserting that restrictions should be determined by individual states following the Supreme Court's decision on Roe vs. Wade. Despite his previous claims of appointing Supreme Court justices who led to the erosion of abortion rights, Trump attempted to present a more moderate stance by advocating for exceptions in cases of rape, incest, and maternal life-threatening situations.

Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump's opponent in the upcoming election, has been a vocal advocate for protecting abortion rights, warning that Trump could potentially enact a national ban on the procedure if re-elected. The contrasting views on abortion rights between Trump and Harris have further polarized the debate, with Trump's baseless claims of Democrats advocating for extreme policies adding fuel to the already contentious issue. Vance criticized Trump's rhetoric, suggesting that his vision for women's futures imposes a narrative where they are subjugated to his decisions, echoing a disturbing blend of The Handmaid's Tale and Stepford Wives.