Overview

• Amber Thurman, a 28-year-old mother, died in 2022 due to complications under Georgia's restrictive abortion law.
• During a town hall focused on women's issues, Trump joked about Thurman's family holding a press call, promising 'better ratings' with his appearance.
• The joke was met with laughter from the Fox News audience, prompting backlash on social media for its perceived cruelty.
• Georgia's abortion law, enacted after Roe v. Wade was overturned, delayed critical medical care for Thurman, leading to her death.
• Democratic nominee Kamala Harris has highlighted Thurman's case in her campaign, emphasizing the dangers of restrictive abortion laws.