President Biden criticized former President Donald Trump on Tuesday for his involvement in the overturning of abortion rights, taking a jab at Trump’s latest money-making scheme. Biden mocked Trump for describing the Supreme Court’s decision in the Dobbs case as a “miracle” and speculated that it might be related to the Bible Trump was selling.
Trump had been selling a $60 “God Bless the USA Bible” with country singer Lee Greenwood, prompting Biden to joke that he almost wanted to buy one just to see what was inside. However, the Bible has received poor reviews and complaints about sticky pages.
Biden highlighted Trump’s pride in overturning Roe v. Wade and how he made a deal with evangelical voters to appoint Supreme Court justices who would support this decision. This strategy paid off as Trump-appointed justices now hold a conservative majority on the Court, leading to abortion bans in multiple states.
Trump had previously advocated for punishing women who get abortions, but later shifted his stance to punishing doctors instead. Biden pointed out Trump’s history of taking credit for the overturning of Roe v. Wade and his controversial statements regarding reproductive rights. As Biden campaigned in Florida, Democrats hoped to mobilize voter anger over abortion restrictions to potentially flip the state in the upcoming election. The exchange between Biden and the crowd at the campaign event highlighted the ongoing debate over abortion rights and the role of religion in politics.
Overall, this incident showcases how political leaders continue to use religion as a tool for their agendas, despite its potential negative consequences on individuals’ rights and freedoms.