Biden, Harris Join White House for Events Ahead of One-Year Anniversary of Roe v. Wade Overturning

Biden Jill Biden Harris White House One-Year Anniversary Roe v. Wade

By E.Baloyo , Parent Herald Jun 20, 04:04 am

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As the one-year anniversary of overturning Roe v. Wade comes close, Biden and Harris continue to advocate for women's reproductive choices.

President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Vice President Kamala Harris are set to participate in a series of high-profile events at the White House this week, leading up to the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court overturning the landmark Roe v. Wade decision.

The events aim to highlight the administration's commitment to protecting reproductive rights and mark the significance of the anniversary.

White House Gears Up for Events Commemorating One-Year Anniversary

As the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade approaches, NBC News reported that the White House is preparing to hold a series of events to address the issue of reproductive rights.

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will take part in these events, emphasizing the administration's stance on protecting access to reproductive healthcare.

In a show of support for reproductive rights, President Biden and Vice President Harris will join forces with several prominent reproductive rights groups, including EMILYs List, NARAL

Pro-Choice America and the Planned Parenthood Action Fund.

This united front aims to emphasize the significance of the anniversary and rally advocates, supporters, and community leaders in the fight for abortion access.

Furthermore, First Lady Jill Biden will host a roundtable conversation at the White House, bringing together women who have been denied medical care in the year since the Roe v. Wade decision was overturned.

Joined by White House Gender Policy Council Director Jennifer Klein and women from various parts of the country, the roundtable aims to highlight the stories of those affected and reaffirm the administration's commitment to protecting reproductive healthcare.

Harris Delivers Keynote Speech on Abortion Access in North Carolina

As reported by The Hill, the culmination of the White House's week-long focus on reproductive rights will be Vice President Harris' major speech in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Harris plans to address supporters, advocates, and community leaders, underscoring the importance of abortion access and positioning it as a key issue for voters ahead of the 2024 election.

Her speech aims to draw a sharp contrast between what the administration sees as "Republicans' extreme approach" and the Biden administration's efforts to safeguard reproductive health care.

The events organized by the White House and the active participation of President Biden and Vice President Harris underscore the significance of the one-year anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision being overturned.

One Year Anniversary From Overturning Roe v. Wade

According to Forbes, this landmark ruling, which had protected access to abortions for almost 50 years, was reversed by a 6-3 Supreme Court vote, with all three of former President Donald Trump's appointees supporting the decision to overturn.

The abortion issue has remained a hotly debated topic, particularly in the context of the upcoming 2024 election.

Republicans have been advocating for strict state-level abortion bans, while the Biden administration has been working towards making the procedure more accessible.

Major women's groups are expected to demonstrate unified support for the Biden-Harris ticket as the one-year anniversary approaches.

The White House's commitment to codifying abortion rights is evident, as President Biden, Vice President Harris, and their respective spouses urge lawmakers to pass a law restoring the protections of Roe v. Wade. Despite Democratic control of both chambers, such legislation has faced challenges in garnering sufficient support on Capitol Hill.

The administration continues to emphasize its alignment with the majority of Americans who believe in the fundamental right to choose and the importance of healthcare decisions being made between a woman and her doctor.

As the debate on abortion intensifies, Democrats are rallying support for abortion rights, while Republicans push for state-level restrictions.

The administration's efforts and the support from major women's groups highlight the significance of this issue as the 2024 election approaches.