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What are the contenders expressing regarding the topic of abortion?

One of the significant subjects that have been raised to the contenders both in the United States and across the globe is related to the termination of pregnancy known as abortion.

Last year, the Supreme Court made the decision to reverse the landmark case of Roe v Wade, thereby terminating the constitutional protection for accessing abortion services at a national level.

Former governor of South Carolina, Nikki Haley, is urging for a shift in perspective regarding the matter, requesting that it be perceived as a human issue rather than one that is vilified. However, she firmly stands by her unwavering support for the pro-life stance.

She calls for a unanimous agreement regarding this matter, stating: "This issue holds an intimate importance for each and every woman and man. Can't we collectively concur that late-term abortions should be prohibited?

We should handle this matter with the respect it deserves.

Governor Ron DeSantis is questioned about the matter, expressing his satisfaction with having approved a law that enforces a prohibition on abortions after six weeks in Florida.

He authorized the bill soon after the legislative body approved it in April.

When questioned about whether he would approve of the same prohibition at a national level, he asserts that he firmly supports the right to life.

It's now Mike Pence's turn to take the stage and address the topic at hand. He proudly declares himself as a strong advocate for the preservation of life throughout his tenure as both governor and vice president.

North Dakota's governor, Doug Burgum, affirms his position against implementing a nationwide restriction on abortions, expressing his support for maintaining individual state control over such matters.

It is evident that Haley's desire for agreement will not be fulfilled in this specific situation.

Ramaswamy dismissively claims that climate change is a 'fraud'.

The candidates are asked whether or not the Republican Party is giving proper attention to climate change and if they acknowledge human activities as its cause.

Vivek Ramaswamy swiftly intervened and declared "the notion of climate change is a deception", igniting a massive chorus of disapproval from the attendees.

Chris Christie reacts by referring to the 38-year-old as someone who resembles ChatGPT, a widely recognized artificial intelligence program.

It appears that Joe Biden is paying attention to the discussion too, and he has already provided a response to Ramaswamy's comment...

No inquiries regarding Trump have emerged yet.

The discussion has been ongoing for a little over 30 minutes, and surprisingly, there hasn't been any mention or inquiry regarding Donald Trump yet.

The state of the economy, the issue of climate change, and the recent developments surrounding Joe Biden have all been topics of discussion.

Mike Pence has criticized Vivek Ramaswamy, stating that the United States does not require a novice to bolster the nation.

He states that individuals with expertise ought to be managing the nation, which has been "diminished" by Joe Biden.

Ramaswamy holds the distinction of being the most youthful Republican candidate of significant importance in the annals of history, having reached this milestone at the tender age of 38.

Is this an indication of the extent to which Pence's political reputation has declined within the party?

Pence expresses his immense admiration for the administration led by Donald Trump.

During the debate, Mike Pence took the opportunity to express his immense pride in Donald Trump's accomplishments.

He fulfilled the role of vice president under Trump but has since created a distance between himself and the Capitol riots that occurred on January 6th, 2021.

"In just four brief years, we successfully reconstructed our armed forces, we stimulated our economy, we liberated American energy, and we selected three individuals with conservative ideologies to serve on the Supreme Court, thus granting the American citizens a fresh start in safeguarding the sanctity of life," he declares.

The ex-governor of Indiana has gained recognition for enacting legislation within the state that impacts the realms of abortion and LGBTQ rights.

He continues to assert that he is the "most well-equipped, extensively evaluated, and highly qualified and confirmed conservative" in the competition.

What do the surveys indicate as the discussion commences?

As the discussion begins, Donald Trump continues to be in the lead in the polls for the next Republican presidential nominee, receiving over 55% of the votes.

He is significantly ahead - with Ron DeSantis trailing behind at 13.7%.

Have a glance at the positions of the remaining contenders in the graph provided.

'Who on earth is this slim fellow with an amusing surname?'

Vivek Ramaswamy kicks off his participation in the discussion in a peculiar manner, pausing to acknowledge the question presented to him before tackling one of his own.

Allow me to focus on the query that is on everyone's thoughts at home this evening - who is this slender fellow with an amusing surname and why is he positioned in the midst of the discussion platform?" he states.

It appears to be a clear reference to Barack Obama, who used to refer to himself as a "slender youngster with an amusing moniker."

This year, the 38-year-old entered the competition to become the President of the United States. He holds the distinction of being the youngest significant Republican contender ever.

He claims he is not involved in politics, but rather embraces his identity as a businessperson, and shares the story of his pursuit of the American Dream.

"This is the perfect opportunity for us to begin advancing towards our aspiration, towards our perception of what it signifies to be an American in the present day," he declares.

If your car is damaged, you don't entrust the keys to the individuals who caused the damage again. Instead, you pass it on to a fresh group of people who have the ability to effectively resolve the issue.

The inaugural television debate of the United States presidential election commences.

The initial television debate of the United States presidential election campaign is currently in progress and the hosts, Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum, are presenting and acquainting the candidates.

The majority of the presidential candidates from the Republican party are welcomed with immense enthusiasm and applause. However, it seems that Tim Scott and Asa Hutchinson did not receive the same positive response and instead faced some disapproving jeers from the audience.

Governor Ron DeSantis is initially questioned about a widely known melody in the United States titled "The Wealthy Gentlemen Up North of Richmond," which has sparked criticism due to its opposition towards taxation.

According to him, the United States is currently experiencing a "decline," and he strongly advocates for "sending Joe Biden back to his basement" in order to enable the country to thrive.

"I promise you, in my role as the president, we will successfully complete the task and I guarantee that I will not disappoint you," he declares.

According to ex-governor of New Jersey Chris Christie, most of the contenders would concur with DeSantis' remarks, but there is a necessity to "promote the concepts" further.

Recently, an interview featuring Donald Trump has been made available for public viewing.

Just moments away from the Republican presidential candidate debate, Tucker Carlson has made available his complete interview with Donald Trump.

The ex-Fox News anchor shared the 46-minute video on X, previously referred to as Twitter.

The ex-president of the United States is opting out of participating in the Milwaukee debate, stating that his significant advantage makes it illogical for his campaign to partake.

In the beginning of his conversation with Carlson, he clarifies that Fox News isn't "especially amicable" towards him, and he thought it would be "better suited" to decline the debate.

"I'm way ahead with a 50 to 60 point lead, while some of my opponents have only managed to accumulate one or even zero points," he declares.

Should I endure being seated for an hour, maybe even two, facing unwarranted harassment from individuals who don't possess the qualifications necessary to run for the position of president?

He stated: "I anticipate that there will be a multitude of individuals loudly expressing their thoughts to me, forcefully asking me various inquiries. Although I thoroughly enjoy responding to and engaging in such discussions, it is not logical for me to partake in them, thus I have declined."

According to a report, Joe Biden plans to run advertisements during the debate coverage as part of his campaign strategy.

CNN reports that Joe Biden's bid for the presidency intends to air a commercial during the debate featuring the Republican candidate.

The campaign has reserved approximately $250,000 in advertising space on Fox News, the network hosting the debate, according to its report.

Earlier this week, the campaign team of the American president's bid for reelection revealed their intention to invest $25 million in a fresh advertising campaign as they persist in countering the messaging of the opposing Republican party.