Watch: Viral video shows Donald Trump calling himself 'father of IVF,' spokesperson tells media to 'get a sense of humour'
At a town hall, Donald Trump called himself the "father of IVF," sparking debate over his stance on reproductive issues, while Kamala Harris criticised his remarks as "bizarre" and accused him of putting IVF access at risk. The controversy comes as the November 5 election approaches, with both candidates under intense scrutiny.
With the November 5 U.S. Presidential election drawing closer, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are ramping up their media appearances, and every word they say is coming under intense scrutiny. Known for his tendency to make outrageous statements, Trump often finds himself at the center of controversy. In a recent viral interview clip, he's gone viral yet again by claiming, "I am the father of IVF," sparking debate given his controversial stance on reproductive rights.
At a town hall on Wednesday aimed at women voters, Donald Trump referred to himself as the "father of IVF," in an effort to win over this key voting group by positioning himself as an advocate for reproductive issues.
Check out the viral clip from the townhall here:
Trump: ¡°I¡¯m the father of IVF¡±
¡ª Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) October 16, 2024
FACT CHECK: IVF is under threat across the country because Trump ended Roe v. Wade and his Project 2025 plan could effectively ban IVF altogether. pic.twitter.com/tEOUiufDjO
"I want to talk about IVF. I'm the father of IVF, so I want to hear this question," he declared.
Trump's comments come amid recent controversy, as Senate Republicans have twice blocked Democratic-led legislation aimed at protecting access to IVF, arguing that such measures are unnecessary since IVF access is not an issue.
However, Trump pushed back, claiming, "We really are the party for IVF. We want fertilization that is all the way, and the Democrats tried to attack us on it, and we're out there on IVF, even more than them."
Kamala Harris, responding to his remarks, called them "quite bizarre."
CREDIT: AP
She criticised Trump's stance, saying, "He should take responsibility for the fact that 1 in 3 women in America lives in a Trump's abortion ban state."
"Couples who are praying and hoping and working towards growing a family have been so disappointed and harmed by the fact that IVF treatments have now been put at risk," Harris added.
Trump's campaign spokesperson, Karoline Leavitt, later clarified, stating that Trump's comments were made in jest during an enthusiastic response about IVF, urging the media to "get a sense of humour."
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