In a recent development, former President Donald Trump has faced backlash from top Democrat Senator Tina Smith for his remarks on abortion bans being a state issue. Sen. Smith accused Trump of attempting to deceive American women, stating that he bears responsibility for the current state of affairs.

The controversy over abortion restrictions came into the spotlight following a recent ruling by the Arizona Supreme Court, upholding a near-total abortion ban from the 1800s. This decision was celebrated by abortion opponents but condemned by advocates for reproductive rights. Trump expressed his belief that the ruling went too far but insisted that state lawmakers would address the matter.

Despite defending his position on states' rights regarding abortion, Trump's statements have been met with disagreement. Sen. Smith highlighted Trump's role in ending the guarantees of nationwide abortion access provided by the Roe v. Wade decision. She condemned Trump for the resulting chaos and cruelty surrounding abortion bans, suggesting that he will be held accountable in the upcoming November election.

As the debate continues, Sen. Smith has put forth a proposal to repeal The Comstock Act, a 19th-century law that opponents of abortion claim can be used to restrict the mailing of abortion medication. Smith stressed the importance of protecting individuals' rights to make decisions about their own bodies and lives.

Smith emphasized the adverse impact of Trump's stance on women in different states, who currently experience disparate rights regarding abortion. Trump's assertion that states should handle the issue individually is seen by Smith as overlooking the personal nature of the discussion and the autonomy that women should have over their own lives.

Presently, 14 states enforce bans on abortion at all stages of pregnancy, while Georgia and South Carolina prohibit abortions after approximately six weeks of pregnancy. Smith, along with more than 20 senators, previously called on President Joe Biden to protect abortion rights through executive action following the Supreme Court ruling against Roe in 2022.

Smith commended Biden for his support of abortion access but stressed the need to elect more pro-abortion access lawmakers to solidify the protections of Roe at a legislative level.

The upcoming November election proves consequential, as the public's stance on abortion access remains a key issue. General election polls have consistently shown Trump tied or ahead of President Biden in this regard. Nonetheless, Smith maintains that the choice is crystal clear for voters, with Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris fighting to protect people's freedom, while Trump is seen as responsible for taking it away.