Mary Miller says abortion ruling ‘victory for white life’ at Trump rally

She began clapping her hands as spectators, some clutching red “Save America” placards, also began to applaud.

Her remark drew widespread condemnation on social media, and Miller’s team swiftly issued an explanation for what it deemed to be “a mix-up of words.”

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Miller’s spokesman, Isaiah Wartman, told the Associated Press that the Illinois Republican misread her prepared speech and was supposed to declare the divisive court ruling a victory for the “right to life.”

“You can clearly see in the video … she’s looking at her papers and looking at her speech,” Wartman said.

Trump — who has endorsed Miller against GOP Rep. Rodney Davis after Democrats redistricted them into competing for a single seat — was hosting the rally ahead of the state’s hotly contested primary on Tuesday.

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The words “white life” became a top trend on Twitter in the United States.

“I am retweeting this statement by GOP Rep Mary Miller about white life for your information,” wrote Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.).

Others pointed out that many in the crowd seemed unfazed by Miller’s comment. “Whether it was a slip or not, the audience heard ‘white life’ and didn’t flinch. They applauded,” tweeted columnist Ahmed Baba, who writes for the Independent.

Miller’s comments also drew backlash outside the United States. “Never assume liberal democracy is the default, that progress won is in the bank and doesn’t need constant forceful protection,” tweeted British lawmaker Jess Phillips, a member of the main opposition Labour Party.

On Friday, Miller hailed the high court’s decision as “a joyous victory.” She said Roe v. Wade had “done untold damage to our country,” and she accused the “cruel abortion industry” of deceiving Americans. She thanked Trump for helping to overturn Roe by “appointing Supreme Court justices who value life.”

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