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Mike Pence's Advancing American Freedom Opposes Kennedy's HHS Nomination Over Abortion Stance

Advancing American Freedom calls on senators to reject Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for HHS secretary due to his inconsistent abortion position.

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Advancing American Freedom, led by former VP Mike Pence, urges the Senate to block Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s nomination for Health and Human Services due to his past pro-abortion stances. The group argues Kennedy's support for abortion undermines Trump's pro-life policies. Kennedy's mixed record on abortion—balancing between supporting a 15-week ban and advocating for unrestricted access—complicates his confirmation. His nomination has raised concerns about potential shifts in abortion policy, placing significant emphasis on HHS's role in abortion funding and access regulations.

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  • Advancing American Freedom (AAF) is targeting Kennedy's nomination due to his previous pro-abortion stance, highlighting the group's view that this is contradictory to Trump's pro-life agenda.

  • Pence's criticism of Kennedy reflects a broader conservative concern over the direction of the HHS under a pro-abortion nominee, with implications for future abortion policy in the U.S.

  • Kennedy's shifting positions on abortion are seen as untrustworthy by both left and right, with his recent meetings with anti-abortion legislators raising questions about his actual commitment.

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  • Pence's group is leveraging Kennedy's inconsistent abortion record to rally support against his confirmation, framing it as a departure from the pro-life principles maintained during Trump's presidency.

  • The AAF's statements emphasize the risk of pro-abortion policies being enforced under Kennedy's leadership at HHS, potentially reversing anti-abortion measures established in the last administration.

  • Kennedy has publicly assured some conservative lawmakers of his intentions to uphold Trump-era policies, which indicates ongoing negotiations within the Republican party regarding abortion stances.

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  1. Pence's political maneuvering signals that he intends to remain a significant player in conservative circles, even as he distances himself from Trump's shadow.

    'Completely out of step': Mike Pence’s org comes out swinging against Trump Cabinet pick

    AlterNet

    AlterNet

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  2. The objections from Advancing American Freedom reflect a growing unease among conservatives regarding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s ability to uphold the pro-life values that defined the Trump administration.

    Pence Group Opposes RFK Jr. Nomination for HHS Secretary

    Newsmax

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    ·Right
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