Pro-lifers march through downtown Washington, D.C. as part of the March for Life, Friday, Jan. 23, 2026. Vice President JD Vance and Republican lawmakers defended President Donald Trump’s abortion-related policies at the 2026 March for Life on Jan. 23.

Thousands of anti-abortion supporters marched in Washington, D.C., for the 2026 March for Life rally. Its President Jennie Bradley Lichter about what she says makes this year’s participants unique. (AP Video: Mike Pesoli) Copyright 2026 The Associated Press.

The Holy Father’s message was published ahead of the March for Life being held in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 23. This is set to be the 53rd year the annual pro-life observance has drawn hundreds of thousands of people to the nation’s capital.

The March for Life in Washington, D.C., attracted thousands who rallied under the theme "Life is a Gift," focusing on protecting unborn children post the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision. Vice President JD Vance also addressed the crowd and highlighted the importance of advocating for life.

Vice President Vance and Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) are scheduled to speak Friday at the annual March for Life rally in Washington, D.C. Vance and President Trump spoke to anti-abortion advocates at last year’s event.

With tens of thousands of pro-life Americans gathering for the 53rd annual March for Life in Washington, D.C., on Friday, EWTN will provide live coverage.

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The annual March for Life rally took over some downtown streets Jan. 22, 2026.

Vice President JD Vance and Speaker Mike Johnson are among thousands who are participating in Friday's pro-life March for Life in Washington, DC

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