In a recent campaign event, Bernie Moreno, the Republican nominee for Senate in Ohio, stirred controversy with his remarks about suburban women and abortion. Moreno, who is challenging Sen. Sherrod Brown in a highly contested Senate race, reportedly expressed his disbelief that "a lot of suburban women" are solely focused on abortion, deeming it "a little crazy." The comments made by Moreno have not only drawn criticism from Democrats but have also sparked disapproval from fellow Republicans, including former presidential candidate Nikki Haley.

During a town hall event in Warren County, outside Cincinnati, Moreno stated that he does not view abortion as a significant issue for women over the age of 50. The NBC affiliate in Columbus reported Moreno's comments, where he mentioned that some suburban women prioritize abortion above all else when casting their votes. Despite claims from Moreno's campaign that the statements were intended as a joke, his remarks have drawn sharp reactions from various political figures.

Responding to Moreno's comments, former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley took to social media, questioning whether Moreno was intentionally trying to sabotage his own campaign. Haley criticized Moreno's remarks by referencing a past controversy involving a comment made by former CNN host Don Lemon about her age. The Ohio Senate race has become increasingly competitive, with both parties heavily focusing on key issues such as abortion rights in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

Sen. Sherrod Brown, Moreno's opponent, condemned his remarks, highlighting the importance of a woman's right to make healthcare decisions for herself. Brown emphasized that Moreno's comments disregard the views of a majority of Ohioans who supported a constitutional amendment to protect abortion access in the state. The fallout from Moreno's statements underscores the ongoing debate surrounding abortion rights and their significance in the upcoming election in Ohio.