In a stunning show of leadership that leaves no room for ambiguity, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to make in vitro fertilization (IVF) more accessible and affordable for American families. This is not just another bureaucratic maneuver—it is a clear declaration that family values come first, and that our government must support the building blocks of our nation: strong, loving families.

At a time when Democrats seem more preoccupied with political theatrics than real solutions, Trump’s administration is taking concrete steps to alleviate the burden that high IVF costs impose on hardworking families. IVF, at a price tag of $12,000 to $25,000 per cycle, often means that families are forced to choose between financial security and the dream of parenthood. This executive order directs the Domestic Policy Council to report back with detailed strategies in just 90 days, ensuring that parents-to-be will not have to bear these overwhelming expenses alone.

The numbers speak for themselves. With more than 85,000 infants born via IVF in 2021 and a troubling dip in the country’s fertility rate, Trump’s order comes as a much-needed intervention. History has shown that the policies introduced by this administration aren’t just symbolic words on paper—they translate directly into real, tangible benefits for American families.

Trump’s longstanding commitment to promoting family values is evident in the broad scope of his policies. Besides easing the financial hurdles of IVF, the president has also championed measures that allow new parents to withdraw up to $5,000 from their retirement accounts without penalty and to claim tax deductions for major newborn expenses. As Trump himself put it, “Because we want more babies, to put it very nicely. And for this same reason, we will also allow new parents to deduct major newborn expenses from their taxes, so that parents that have a beautiful baby will be able, so we’re pro family. But the IVF treatments are expensive. It’s very hard for many people to do it and to get it, but I’ve been in favor of IVF, right from the beginning.”

Support for this executive order is resonating powerfully among conservative leaders. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated the initiative as a landmark success for the pro-family movement. “IVF is fundamentally pro-family, helping aspiring parents across our nation start and grow their families. I couldn’t be happier to see President Trump take this landmark step to expand access to this pathway to parenthood,” Senator Britt said. She added, “I remain grateful for President Trump’s bold leadership on this issue. IVF will be more affordable and accessible for loving American families thanks to President Trump.” Later, she continued, “President Trump is, once again, keeping his promises to the American people. I look forward to introducing legislation in the Senate advancing the Trump Administration’s pro-family agenda for the millions of Americans facing infertility who dream of building a family. Republicans will continue to fight for hardworking families and deliver real results.”

Not surprisingly, this decisive move by the Trump administration has also stirred up controversy among liberal critics. Opponents, such as Tim Walz, have attempted to twist the issue with unfounded attacks, falsely linking personal family struggles to political machinations. On X (formerly Twitter), Walz declared, “If it was up to JD Vance, I wouldn’t have a family because of IVF. Democrats are investing in prenatal care. We’re the ones that are for universal pre-K. We’re the ones that are providing school meals. I’m not gonna back down one bit on this whole family values thing. We’re making it more affordable to have children by having paid family and medical leave. Where is JD Vance’s program?” JD Vance quickly shot back, asking, “Today it came out that Tim Walz had lied about having a family via IVF. Who lies about something like that?” Meanwhile, Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz clarified in a statement to CNN that she did not use in vitro fertilization to conceive.

The debate over IVF and family formation has long been a flashpoint in our polarized times. What remains unarguable is that President Trump’s policies are rooted in a deep-seated commitment to American family values—a commitment that the Democrats have sorely lacked. Instead of empty promises and misguided policies, the Trump administration delivers decisive actions that serve the best interests of hardworking citizens.

Readers, we encourage you to share your thoughts on this evolving story in the comment section below. It’s time to stand up for our families and demand that real, results-driven policies guide our nation’s future.