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Louisiana Banned Abortion Pills. It Also Faces a Maternal Mortality Crisis.Â
Instead of addressing sky-high rates of pregnancy-related death, Louisiana lawmakers criminalized abortion pills.Â
Critics Decry Justice Alito’s Refusal to Recuse on Key Court Cases
The calls for Alito’s recusal come amid reports of pro-Trump flags flying outside of the justice’s homes.
Texas GOP Platform States “Abortion Is Not Healthcare, It Is Homicide”
Reproductive rights advocates warn that the party may push the death penalty on those who obtain abortion care.
Texas Republicans Offer Up a Christian Nationalist, Anti-Democracy Platform
Voters in rural counties would be given expansive voting power, vastly outweighing voters in cities and suburban areas.
Texas AG Uses Consumer Protection Laws to Pursue His Political Targets
Ken Paxton has even used the laws to investigate out-of-state organizations connected to gender-affirming care.
Incumbent Democrat Who Voted to Ban Gender-Affirming Care in Texas Loses Primary
Shawn Thierry lost to Lauren Ashley Simmons, a queer union organizer endorsed by influential LGBTQ organizations.
Algeria Submits UN Security Council Resolution Calling for End to Rafah Siege
There is only a slim chance that the measure will pass, as the US has veto power in the Security Council.
Israel Dropped US-Made Boeing Bombs in Rafah Tent Camp Massacre
International condemnation of the attack hasn't stopped Biden from supporting Israel.
Republicans Target College Campuses for Gerrymandering, New Voting Restrictions
Despite barriers, young people voted in record numbers in recent elections and continue to exert their political power.
Key Netanyahu Ally Engaged in Nearly Decade-Long “War” Against ICC — Report
Threats against the former lead prosecutor of the ICC included targeted statements involving her family.