URGENT UPDATE: Comedian Andrew Schulz called out President Donald Trump for failing to fulfill his campaign promise of universal coverage for IVF fertility treatments in a scathing social media post just hours ago. In his Instagram stories, Schulz reposted a Washington Post article titled, “Trump promised to mandate IVF care. The White House says there’s no plans to do so,” highlighting a significant shift in the administration’s stance.
Schulz, who previously supported Trump, expressed his disappointment, stating, “You don’t break your word. Your word breaks you.” This latest criticism comes as Trump faces backlash for what many perceive as a series of broken promises during his presidency.
In the post, Schulz directed his followers to @babyquestgrants, a charity focused on providing financial assistance for IVF services. “For anyone that is looking for financial assistance with IVF (especially now that @realdonaldtrump flip-flopped once again on a campaign promise), please look into @babyquestgrants,” he wrote, urging his audience to seek help amidst the disappointing news.
Approximately one year ago, during a rally in Michigan, Trump asserted his commitment to mandating free IVF treatment for women if re-elected. “Under the Trump administration, your government will pay for — or your insurance company will be mandated to pay for — all costs associated with IVF treatment,” he declared, emphasizing his desire for more families to grow.
In February, Trump signed an executive order aimed at expanding access to IVF and other fertility treatments, which included measures to reduce out-of-pocket costs. Despite this, the latest reports indicate that no concrete plans are in place to implement universal coverage for these services.
The White House has not responded to Fox News Digital’s request for comment regarding Schulz’s post. However, spokesperson Abigail Jackson told the Washington Post that efforts to expand IVF access continue. “President Trump pledged to expand access to fertility treatments for Americans who are struggling to start families,” Jackson stated. “The Administration is committed like none before to using its authorities to deliver on this pledge.”
This is not the first time Schulz has criticized Trump. In a July 10 episode of his podcast “Flagrant,” he expressed frustration over Trump’s apparent deviation from his campaign promises. Schulz lamented, “Everything he campaigned on, I believe he wanted to do, and now he’s doing the exact opposite of every single thing.”
With the ongoing debate over Trump’s promises and policies, Schulz’s remarks resonate with many who feel disillusioned by the current administration. His call for support of IVF treatment through charitable organizations highlights the human impact of political decisions.
As the situation develops, observers will be watching closely for any further statements from the White House regarding IVF coverage and Trump’s commitment to his campaign promises. The implications of this issue are profound, affecting countless families seeking assistance in starting or expanding their families.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.