 Dr. Kennard and the president gave permission late Monday to release the information. O'Connor says Kennard has been to the White House dozens of times and holds regular neurology clinics for thousands of active duty service members assigned there. ABC's Chuck Sievertson. The Republican Party's platform committee adopted a policy document, first new one since 2016, reflecting former President Trump's position opposing a federal ban on abortion, ceding that authority to the states. Party Chair Michael Whatley. The Republican Party stands for life.