On Thursday (August 30th) local time, former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said that if he wins the election again, he will ask the government or insurance companies to cover the costs for Americans who need artificial insemination.
Trump made campaign appearances in Michigan and Wisconsin on Thursday, both key swing states that have a significant impact on the U.S. election.
Trump emphasized one theme at both events: covering the cost for people who need in vitro fertilization (IVF, commonly known as test tube babies).
In an interview with the media, he said the government will pay for it or ask insurance companies to bear the costs.
Most insurance plans in the U.S. don’t cover fertility treatments like IVF, forcing many couples to pay out of pocket for the high costs. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that a full cycle of IVF can cost up to $20,000.
Trump did not detail how he would have the government or insurers cover the costs, nor did he say whether the proposal would require congressional legislation.
Several recent polls show that US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Harris’s approval rating has begun to lead Trump in all aspects.
Trump’s promise to provide free IVF services at this time may be an attempt to attract women and suburban voters.
On the other hand, the IVF issue is becoming a political burden for the Republican Party. In recent months, Democrats have repeatedly attacked Republicans on this issue, saying that Republican restrictions on abortion rights will also lead to restrictions on IVF.
The Democrats’ criticism is not without basis. In February this year, the Alabama Supreme Court made a controversial ruling that frozen embryos are considered children and that if the embryos are accidentally destroyed, criminal liability may be pursued. This has led to major medical institutions in the state suspending IVF services. Some prospective parents who are trying IVF are considering moving the embryos out of Alabama.
In response to Trump’s promise, a spokesperson for Harris’ campaign said that given Trump’s position on abortion, people should not trust him on issues related to women’s reproductive health.
(Source: Cailianshe)
Source: Cailianshe
Original title: Trump promises: If re-elected, the government or insurance companies will cover the cost of in vitro fertilization
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