Voters in five states expand abortion rights while Trump leads in presidential race

In the recent election, voters in at least five states approved measures to restore or expand abortion rights, contrasting with the anticipated reelection of former President Donald Trump, who has supported anti-abortion policies. Notably, Missouri overturned a total abortion ban, while Arizona approved an amendment to protect abortion rights. Florida's attempt to enshrine abortion rights failed, marking the first defeat for such measures since the Supreme Court's decision to allow states to regulate abortion. Despite this setback, advocates claim the results reflect strong support for abortion rights among Floridians. Other states, including Colorado, Maryland, and New York, also expanded reproductive rights. Meanwhile, ballot measures in Montana and Nevada remain too close to call. The election results indicate a complex landscape for abortion rights in the U.S. following the Supreme Court's ruling.