Fast & Furious XI: Texas’ Transgender Youth Headed for the governor’s desk, SB 14 shows the Legislature has no idea what healthcare for trans kids even is. Texas Observer · May 18, 2023
White House expected to withdraw federal appeals court nomination, in judicial defeat for Biden In a rare judicial defeat for President Joe Biden, the White House is expected to soon withdraw the nomination of Michael Delaney for the Boston-based 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, The Independent UK · May 18, 2023
Ohio board approves August ballot question meant to thwart abortion rights push A ballot question aimed at making it harder to amend Ohio's constitution has been cleared for an August vote The Independent UK · May 18, 2023
Abortion: under-18s pushed towards in-person appointments but evidence shows remote consultations can be better option Telemedical abortion – the home use of abortion pills following remote consultation by phone or video call with a healthcare professional – has made abortion more accessible in England and Wales. Research has shown that it is safe and effective, as well as an acceptable option for people seeking an… The Conversation · May 18, 2023
Boebert's divorce exposes GOP women Lauren Boebert's divorce is funny — it also reveals why GOP men are doubling down on the misogyny Salon · May 18, 2023
A year after Dobbs leak, Democrats still see abortion driving 2024 voters As more states move to restrict abortion rights, Democrats see it as a top issue in next year's elections. Roll Call · May 18, 2023
Ukrainian refugees living in EU forced to travel back for abortions, study warns ‘These women can travel back and forth but it doesn’t mean that it’s peaceful or normal travel’ The Independent UK · May 18, 2023
AP News Digest 3:45 am Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan. The Independent UK · May 18, 2023
South Carolina advances 6-week abortion ban South Carolina's Republican-controlled state House of Representatives late Wednesday passed a "fetal heartbeat" bill to ban abortions about six weeks into pregnancy, before most people know they are pregnant, moving it to the state Senate where its fate is less certain. Reuters · May 18, 2023
The abortion pill mifepristone has another day in federal court While a Supreme Court order continues to ensure the drug is still widely available, the issue returned Wednesday to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals as lawyers for both sides urged the court to act. WEKU · May 17, 2023
Republican-appointed federal judges grill FDA in mifepristone hearing A legal challenge against a widely used abortion drug could be headed to the Supreme Court The Independent UK · May 17, 2023
Appeals court weighs FDA approval of abortion drug - Roll Call The oral arguments in the abortion drug case are the latest in what has become the next front in the battle over abortion. Roll Call · May 17, 2023
On abortion, Democrats take a risk on repeal of parental notification laws Illinois repealed parental notification in 2021. Bills to repeal these laws are being introduced in Minnesota, Oregon, Michigan and elsewhere, and it’s creating a divide in the party, S.E. Cupp writes. Chicago Sun-Times · May 17, 2023
VIDEO FOR YOU: Kentucky Gov. Beshear discusses jobs, his campaign and abortion EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS: The Independent UK · May 17, 2023
Axios · May 17, 2023 Federal appeals court seems skeptical of FDA's abortion pill approval The court is likely to issue a final decision in the coming weeks.
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 Illinois Democrats say abortion-access protections are a promise: 'You're safe here' Illinois is more protective of abortion access than most any state
Salon · May 17, 2023 "Shame": Protests and outrage at NC Dem Rep. Tricia Cotham, R-N.C., switched from being a Dem last month but sponsored a bill codifying Roe four months ago
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 Trust in Supreme Court fell to lowest point in 50 years after abortion decision, poll shows Confidence in the Supreme Court sank to its lowest point in at least 50 years in 2022, after the Dobbs decision that overturned the right to abortion and which led to state bans and other abortion restrictions
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 North Carolina Republicans approve 12-week abortion ban as sweeping restrictions spread across US South More than a dozen states, mostly across the South, have outlawed or severely restricted abortion access
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 Key abortion debates this week in US courts and statehouses Abortion bans are back on the agenda for lawmakers in the Carolinas and Nebraska this week
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 Trump takes credit for overturning of Roe v Wade while raising questions about DeSantis’ six-week ban During Trump’s presidency he nominated three Justices to the Supreme Court, making it possible to overturn landmark Roe v Wade ruling
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 DeSantis reacts to Trump implying Florida abortion ban is ‘too harsh’ as 2024 fight heats up Gov Ron DeSantis is criticising Donald Trump for implying Florida's new six-week abortion ban is ‘too harsh’
The Independent UK · May 17, 2023 Abortion after 12 weeks banned in North Carolina after GOP lawmakers override governor’s veto Legislation banning most abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy is becoming law in North Carolina after the state’s Republican-controlled General Assembly successfully overrode the Democratic governor’s veto
Reason · May 17, 2023 Doctors Detail Dangerous Pregnancy Care in States With Abortion Restrictions Plus: APA says social media not inherently harmful for kids, senators propose Artificial Intelligence Regulatory Agency, and more...
WEKU · May 17, 2023 Beyond the 'abortion pill': Real-life experiences of individuals taking mifepristone Ahead of oral arguments in a federal appeals court over access to mifepristone, more than 150 people shared stories with NPR about how they used the medication — and how it changed their lives.