Abortions in Texas fell 60% in the first month after its new law took effect
The numbers offer a fuller picture of the sharp drop in patients that Texas doctors have described in their clinics over the past five months.
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Thousands gather for the March for Life protest, as Supreme Court weighs Roe v. Wade
The annual march in Washington, D.C., occurs around the anniversary of the Roe decision. This year, as the Supreme Court considers overturning some of its protections, protesters say they feel hope.
Americans are divided on abortion. The Supreme Court may not wait for minds to change
Public opinion remains bitterly divided on the issue, but an imminent Supreme Court decision could overturn or dramatically undercut Roe v. Wade.
Activists look ahead to what could be the 'last anniversary' for Roe
On both sides of the abortion debate, activists say this could be the last anniversary before Roe v. Wade is overturned or significantly rolled back.
Prescribing abortion pills online or mailing them in Texas can now land you in jail
As the Supreme Court considers a case that could overturn Roe v. Wade, Texas enacted a new law imposing criminal penalties for those who prescribe medication abortions via telehealth or the mail.
These women speak candidly about their abortions. Here's what they want you to know
In D.C. and across the country, people gathered by the thousands in coordinated rallies to demand reproductive justice for all. The main message? Everyone loves someone who's had an abortion.
A U.S. judge blocks enforcement of Texas' controversial new abortion law
Known as SB 8, the law bans almost all abortions in the state after about six weeks of pregnancy, even in cases of rape, sexual abuse and incest.
Biden lifts abortion referral ban on family planning clinics
The Department of Health and Human Services said Monday its new regulation, which will go into effect Nov. 8, will restore clinics' ability to refer women seeking abortions to a provider.
Texas' abortion law is back in court
A federal judge will decide whether to block Texas' new restrictive abortion law after hearing from Justice Department attorneys and lawyers for the state. He offered no timetable for a decision.
Doctors say the Texas abortion ban is complicating other types of medical decisions
The law bans nearly all abortions, and doctors providing pregnancy care are hoping for more clarity soon, as legal challenges continue.