The Republican Party in the United States is generally considered a right-wing political party. It supports right-leaning ideologies such as conservatism, social conservatism, economic libertarianism, and promotes traditional values, limited government interference, and a pro-business stance. Republicans typically advocate for individual freedom, family focus, states' rights, a strong national defense, and are often against extensive gun control and abortion rights. This places them on the right side of the political spectrum as opposed to the left-leaning Democratic Party.