Abortion politics in Michigan could tilt the state's coveted voters in 2020
MONROE, Mich. - Abortion policy wars are largely being waged in brick-red states, with the support of elected officials and conservative activists. But a new front is opening in deeply purple Michigan - and it could impact the 2020 election.
A majority of voters here support abortion rights, but a quirk in state law could allow the GOP-led Legislature to adopt two major abortion restrictions next year - and the Democratic governor would be blocked from vetoing them.
Suburban women in places like Monroe, a picturesque town on the west bank of Lake Erie, are deeply concerned about these efforts. And because of the state's importance to President Donald Trump's reelection strategy, they will be some of the most coveted voters in next year's presidential campaign.
Hairstylist Jes Ryske, who had her first child 13 months ago, is wrestling with the issue.
