U.S. President Donald Trump has reinstated two major anti-abortion policies using executive power. These include the Mexico City Policy, which restricts U.S. foreign aid to organizations involved in abortion services, and rejoining the Geneva Consensus Declaration, an international agreement limiting abortion access. These actions follow Trump’s previous anti-abortion stance during his presidency and are part of his broader efforts to restrict abortion rights.

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• Trump reinstates Mexico City Policy, cutting U.S. aid to organizations promoting/providing abortions abroad.
• Policy first introduced in 1984 by Reagan; revoked and reinstated by subsequent Democratic and Republican presidents.
• Abortion remains a divisive issue, heightened by the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
• Trump directs Secretary of State Marco Rubio to enforce policies ensuring no U.S. funds go toward coercive abortion or sterilization programs.
• Critics argue these measures limit healthcare access and worsen unwanted pregnancies and abortions globally.
• U.S. reaffirms commitment to the Geneva Consensus Declaration, supported by 35+ nations, aiming to preserve human life and strengthen families.
• Planned Parenthood criticizes the executive order, claiming it disproportionately impacts low-income individuals.
• Trump also repeals Biden-era executive orders safeguarding abortion rights post-Roe v. Wade.
• Hyde Amendment reaffirmed, prohibiting federal abortion funding within the U.S.
• Critics warn policies could hinder gender equality and women’s access to education and employment globally.