Abortion has emerged as a defining issue in the 2024 election, galvanizing voters across demographics, particularly women and younger constituents. Personal stories like Allie Phillips’, who experienced Tennessee’s strict abortion ban after a non-viable pregnancy, are reshaping political engagement and inspiring candidates to run on reform. Democrats are capitalizing on this momentum, using abortion access as a rallying cry to energize support and influence down-ballot races. While President Biden faces pressure to take a stronger stance, Republicans remain fractured—some backing total bans, others attempting moderate messaging like Nikki Haley. Meanwhile, Donald Trump maintains core support for his role in overturning Roe v. Wade. Crucially, upcoming state ballot initiatives in Maryland, Arizona, Florida, and New York could not only reshape local laws but also swing national election outcomes, proving that abortion remains a potent force in both voter motivation and electoral strategy.