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Marilyn Lands Wins Alabama Special Election Using Abortion Rights Message
“Our legislature must repeal Alabama’s no-exceptions abortion ban,” Lands, a Democrat, said in her victory speech.
Supreme Court Justices Indicate They Probably Won’t Limit Access to Mifepristone
Two conservative justices seemed to give anti-abortion activists a blueprint for challenging the drug in the future.
If Supreme Court Restricts Abortion Pills, Birth Control Could Be Next
Republicans across the country have blocked Democratic efforts to codify the right to use contraception.
Supreme Court Will Hear Arguments Tuesday on FDA Mifepristone Approval Process
Lower courts in the case relied on anonymous internet blog posts and questionable witnesses to formulate their opinions.
Maine Sheriffs’ Association Announced That It Opposes “Shield Law” Bill
“They clearly demonstrate that law enforcement is NEVER on the side of LGBTQ+ people,” Allison Chapman said.
Report Says That a “Medical Ethics Crisis” Is Unfolding in Louisiana
The “constitutional, human rights, public health, and medical ethics crisis” is caused by the state’s abortion ban.
Trump Says 15-Week Abortion Ban Is Something He Could Agree To
Abortion bans like these create "very real daily harms for pregnant people across the country," one critic said.
SCOTUS Mifepristone Battle May Impact Many Regardless of State Abortion Laws
Medication abortion now makes up a majority of all abortions in the U.S.
Warren Says Trump Will “Try to Ban Abortion Nationwide” If He Regains Power
In an interview Sunday, Trump said he will be deciding "pretty soon" on a specific abortion policy for his campaign.
Alabama Turmoil Has Ripple Effect on Those Seeking IVF in Red States
So-called fetal personhood laws, which could be used to criminalize the procedure, remain on the books in 11 states.