Trump Says He Is Not Running to Terminate' the Affordable Care Act
Former President Trump denied running to terminate the Affordable Care Act, aiming to improve it if re-elected. Biden criticized Republicans' aim to repeal ACA. [ more ]
Florida Supreme Court Upholds State's 15-Week Ban on Most Abortions
The Florida Supreme Court upheld the ban on most abortions after 15 weeks, allowing a six-week ban to take effect.
The lawsuit challenging the ban was brought by Planned Parenthood, ACLU, and others, arguing for the protection of abortion rights in Florida. [ more ]
Abortion opponents push state lawmakers to promote unproven abortion reversal'
Anti-abortion organizations are pushing for the promotion of an unproven abortion reversal treatment.
At least 14 states have passed laws requiring healthcare providers to provide information about abortion reversal, while Colorado has banned the treatment. [ more ]
Requests for abortion pills surged amid threats to reproductive rights, UT-based study shows - Austin Monitor
Advance requests for abortion medication increased after the leaked decision overturning Roe v. Wade and conflicting rulings on the availability of mifepristone.
The increase in requests was driven by potential legislation rather than actual enforcement, indicating widespread demand for abortion medication. [ more ]
Illinois abortions surged the year Roe fell, with nearly 17,000 patients traveling from other states - a 49% spike
In 2022, there were over 56,000 abortions performed in Illinois, the highest number since the mid-1990s.
The increase in abortions was driven by a 49% spike in out-of-state patients, with nearly 17,000 people traveling to Illinois to terminate a pregnancy. [ more ]
Republicans Are in Damage Control Mode Over Abortion
Arizona Republicans faced chaos trying to reconcile different abortion ban beliefs, showing internal divisions and potentially hindering their future political strategies. [ more ]
Abortions in first 12 weeks should be legalised in Germany, commission says
Germany's government-appointed commission recommended legalizing abortions within the first 12 weeks due to outdated laws and the need for modernization. [ more ]
Trump continues to change his position on abortion. Here's 15 examples over the past 25 years
Trump's stance on abortion has evolved over the years, influenced by political considerations and personal experiences, from being pro-choice to anti-abortion.
Trump's shifting stances on abortion have been used to appeal to different voter bases, illustrating his adaptability in the political landscape. [ more ]
Trump's Abortion-Pill Stance '2 Weeks Away,' Which Is Trumpspeak for 'Never'
Trump avoids disclosing his position on abortion, using the excuse of 'states' rights' and delaying important decisions with a '14-day' trope. [ more ]
Here's what to know about the abortion toolkit for public colleges
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health released an abortion toolkit to help public colleges develop medication abortion readiness plans.
The toolkit provides information on finding certified prescribers, informed consent and reporting requirements, and starting conversations on campus about medication abortions.
Massachusetts college students were involved in creating the toolkit and made recommendations for after-care and improved access to reproductive health care options. [ more ]
Who Were the Lawyers Arguing the Trump Ballot Case?
Former law clerks with different ideologies will argue before the Supreme Court on whether Trump should appear on Colorado's primary ballot.
Jonathan F. Mitchell, Trump's lawyer, is known for drafting anti-abortion laws that led to the Supreme Court abolishing the constitutional right to the procedure. [ more ]
Mike Johnson Said He Wanted to Revisit Supreme Court Decision That Legalized Gay Sex
Mike Johnson, the new speaker of the House, supports revisiting Supreme Court decisions on contraception, gay sex bans, and same-sex marriage.
Johnson believes that some landmark rulings have resulted in bad law and need to be cleaned up.
His conservative ideals include imprisoning doctors who perform abortions, displaying the Ten Commandments, and eliminating anti-hate-crime laws. [ more ]
Supreme Court Will Hear Case on Abortion Pill Access
The Supreme Court has agreed to take up a dispute over a medication used in the most common method of abortion in the United States, its first abortion case since overturning Roe v. Wade.
The case involves the drug mifepristone and its restrictions, including shortening the time during which it can be used in pregnancy. [ more ]
The Supreme Court Just Took on Abortion Again. It Won't End Well.
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider a challenge to access to mifepristone, the first drug used in medication abortion.
The outcome of this case could potentially leave open the possibility for a future Republican president to ban abortion nationwide without enacting new laws. [ more ]
A Texas judge granted a request to allow an abortion despite the state's strict bans in the case of a pregnant woman whose fetus was diagnosed with a fatal condition.
The judge issued a temporary restraining order to permit the doctor to perform the abortion, stating it was necessary to protect the woman's health and future fertility. [ more ]
'Constitutional Collisions' Come Back to Haunt Dobbs Decision
The Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Center is causing federal and state constitutional clashes.
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a Statement of Interest in support of protecting the right of women to travel out of state for abortions. [ more ]
Idaho asks supreme court to decide on law penalizing abortion providers
The state of Idaho has asked the US Supreme Court to allow a law that penalizes abortion providers, sparking a potential return of the abortion debate.
Justice Elena Kagan has requested additional briefing in the case, and the justices may rule soon.
Idaho's near-total abortion ban is facing legal challenges for conflicting with government rules governing emergency care. [ more ]
The Stakes of Idaho Asking the Supreme Court to Allow Near-Total Abortion Ban
Idaho officials are seeking to restore a strict abortion law that would prosecute physicians conducting abortions in some cases.
The Supreme Court may decide to weigh in on the law, which would be the first time they address punishing abortion-providing doctors after overturning the right to an abortion.
The outcome of the Supreme Court's decision on this law could have legal and political implications for abortion in the country. [ more ]
Overturning of Roe v. Wade led to 32,000 additional births, study finds
The Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade has led to the birth of approximately 32,000 babies in states with abortion restrictions.
The increase in births is seen as a significant transformation in U.S. abortion access.
Some view the increase in births as a positive outcome of pro-life policies, while others are concerned about the impact on women's reproductive rights. [ more ]
New Report Warns Of Growing Surveillance Threat For Abortions Or Gender-Affirming Care
Patients seeking abortion or gender-affirming care out of state face increased surveillance and potential criminalization.
Law enforcement and state officials are using various data points to track and prosecute individuals seeking abortion or gender-affirming care. [ more ]