Politics Nov 03 Voters decide key ballot measures on abortion rights, congressional redistricting and voter ID laws By David A. Lieb, Associated Press
Politics Oct 26 A guide to the key ballot measures voters will decide on Election Day When Americans cast their ballots in this year’s midterm elections, they’ll not only be picking who represents them in Congress, but also weighing in on a range of topics that could change their state laws and constitutions. By Maria Ramirez Uribe
Politics Oct 17 The Republican governor candidates walking back some of their abortion stances The candidates’ retreat suggests that, even as reproductive rights fade from the national spotlight and polls show voters are far more likely to prioritize cost-of-living concerns, the political ramifications of pushing for new abortion restrictions remain substantial. By Shefali Luthra, The 19th
Politics Sep 27 Supreme Court vote shadows Maine Sen. Susan Collins in her first race after abortion rights decision The Nov. 3 election will be the first time Collins is on the ballot since the Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade, resulting in abortion being banned in much of the United States. By Kimberlee Kruesi, Patrick Whittle, Associated Press
Health Sep 22 Watch 9:31 Researchers explore new uses for abortion-related drugs For years, mifepristone and similar drugs have been used to treat uterine fibroids and endometriosis. Now researchers are exploring whether these drugs could have other uses in women’s health, including preventing some cancers. But the politics and restrictions surrounding these… By Sarah Varney, Rachel Wellford
Sep 21 Watch 9:20 How abortion politics is blocking progress in women's healthcare By Sarah Varney, Rachel Wellford For more than 25 years, mifepristone has been approved for abortion in the U.S. But mifepristone and a similar drug have also been proven to treat conditions like uterine fibroids and endometriosis. As anti-abortion groups lobby to further restrict these… Continue watching
Aug 26 Watch 4:56 Custody fight over baby born via surrogate sparks fear of fertility treatment restrictions By Amna Nawaz, Layla Quran This week, a Texas court heard arguments in a legal fight between a California couple and their surrogate over a newborn with a serious heart condition. The case has drawn the attention of anti-abortion activists pushing for new restrictions on… Continue watching
Jun 17 Watch 8:13 How a pregnancy complication reshaped an Arkansas woman's view of abortion bans By Sarah Varney, Rachel Wellford A majority of Republicans continue to oppose abortion, but there’s been a shift in opinion among other Americans. More Democrats and independents now say abortion should be legal, and there are even conservatives questioning their own views in response to… Continue watching
May 22 Advocacy group sues Trump administration over access to abortion for veterans By Russ Bynum, Associated Press An advocacy group has filed suit against the Trump administration over its decision to reinstate a near-ban on abortions for veterans and their family members who depend on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for healthcare. Continue reading
May 14 Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out By Mark Sherman, Geoff Mulvihill, Matthew Perrone, Associated Press The court’s order allows women seeking abortions to continue obtaining the drug, mifepristone, at pharmacies or through the mail, without an in-person visit to a doctor. Access is likely to remain uninterrupted at least until into next year as the… Continue reading