Joe Biden vows abortion legislation as top priority next year

Abortion rights have been a key motivating factor for Democrats this year, although the economy and inflation still rank as chief concern for most voters

(Evan Vucci/AP)

US President Joe Biden has promised to immediately codify Roe v Wade, should the Democrats control enough seats in Congress to pass the legislation following the November midterm elections.

Twice over, Mr Biden urged people to remember how they felt in late June when the Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 ruling that legalised abortion, fresh evidence of White House efforts to ensure the issue stays front of mind for Democratic voters this year.