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Schumer Promises Vote on Codifying “Roe” Without Workaround for Filibuster
Though doomed for failure, the vote would show Americans “where every single Senator” stands, the majority leader said.

Louisiana Republican’s Bill Opens Door to Homicide Charges for Abortion Patients
The proposal includes language that justifies banning abortion based on the religious views of its author.

Companies Like Amazon and CVS Have Donated Millions to Anti-Abortion Politicians
These donations come despite claims that these companies support reproductive freedom.

Will Demise of “Roe” Be a Death Knell for Contraception, Marriage Rights?
A Supreme Court majority is poised to overturn “Roe,” which could imperil other constitutional rights besides abortion.

Biden Blasts SCOTUS on Ending “Roe” But Stays Mum on Calls to End the Filibuster
“This is about a lot more than abortion,” Biden said, warning that other rights would likely be attacked next.

Gorsuch, Kavanaugh & Barrett “Lied to the US Senate” About Respecting “Roe”
Three conservative justices confirmed over the past five years suggested they'd respect the precedents in Roe v. Wade.

Anti-Abortion Groups Funneled Millions in Dark Money to Shape Supreme Court
A dark money network led by the Federalist Society’s co-chair spent millions promoting Trump’s Supreme Court picks.

New York and Minnesota Are Poised to Join California as Abortion Safe Havens
Abortion safe havens may become necessary for many Americans, if the Supreme Court overturns “Roe v. Wade.”

“We Are Not Going Back!” A Furious Elizabeth Warren Tells Crowd Outside SCOTUS
“Understand this,” she said. “I have seen the world where abortion is illegal. And we are not going back. Not ever.”

Abortion Would Be Immediately Prohibited in 24 States If SCOTUS Overturns “Roe”
A recent study estimated that a total abortion ban would lead to a 21 percent increase in pregnancy-related deaths.