Gov. Abbott Faces Scrutiny Over False Abortion Claims
Texas Governor falsely accuses Democrats of supporting infanticide, while data shows rising infant mortality rates in Texas.
Overview
- Greg Abbott falsely claimed Democrats support 'killing young babies' during a CNN interview.
- Jake Tapper challenged Abbott on the claim, asking for evidence of late-term abortions.
- Abbott's comments follow similar false claims made by former President Donald Trump.
- A study revealed significant increases in infant mortality rates in Texas since the state's abortion ban.
- Abbott was unfamiliar with the study linking the abortion ban to rising infant deaths.