Reuters President Donald Trump has distanced himself from restrictive abortion laws that don't allow for exemptions in cases of rape or incest. Though he didn't name specific policies, anti-abortion laws have dominated discussion in Alabama, Georgia, and Missouri. This makes the president the latest Republican lawmaker to speak out against the restrictive laws. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. President Donald Trump has distanced himself from restrictive abortion laws, like those which have dominated discussion in Alabama, Georgia, and Missouri. In a series of tweets posted late Saturday night, Trump didn't reference any states by name, but said he opposes abortion except in cases of rape, incest, or when the life of the mother is at risk.