83 elected prosecutors nationwide commit to not prosecute abortions after Roe v Wade overturned
Following the Supreme Court’s decision Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade, 83 elected prosecutors from around the nation pledged to use their discretion and refuse to prosecute those who seek, assist in or provide abortions, calling the criminalization of abortion care "a mockery of justice."
Walt Disney Co. tells employees it will pay for travel costs for their reproductive care
The Walt Disney Company told employees Friday that it recognizes the impact of the Supreme Court's ruling on abortion – and that it remains committed to providing access to healthcare, including family planning and reproductive care, "no matter where they live."
Roe v. Wade overturned: New York leaders, Obama react to Supreme Court decision
Soon after the U.S. Supreme Court announced its decision Friday striking down Roe v. Wade and giving the states the power to decide abortion regulations, political leaders from former U.S. President Barack Obama to NY Gov. Kathy Hochul weighed in.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Supreme Court abortion ruling: 'Prayers of millions have been answered'
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says the "prayers of millions upon millions of Americans" have been answered following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide, letting the states have the final say.
What is mifepristone? How overturning Roe v. Wade could impact abortion pills
An FDA regulation could still allow women access to abortion pills in states where abortions will no longer be legal.
Wisconsin Planned Parenthood halts abortions after ruling
Planned Parenthood in Wisconsin immediately halted all scheduled abortions at its clinics in Madison and Milwaukee following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling striking down the Roe v. Wade decision on Friday.
Roe v. Wade overruled: Reactions pour in after Supreme Court court ends federal abortion rights
The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, unthinkable just a few years ago, was the culmination of decades of efforts by abortion opponents.
States brace for fight over gun laws after Supreme Court ruling
Governors, lawmakers, and attorneys general in states with strict gun-permitting laws are figuring out how to shore up their restrictions after Thursday’s Supreme Court decision expanded gun rights in a New York case.
US State Dept. to pay 6-figure sums to victims of mysterious Havana Syndrome
Current and former State Department staff and their families who suffered from “qualifying injuries” will receive payments of between roughly $100,000 and $200,000 each, the officials and aide said.
Biden reacts to Supreme Court gun decision: 'Deeply disappointed'
President Biden is "deeply disappointed" with a Supreme Court gun decision that struck down a New York law restricting access to concealed carry permits Thursday.
Supreme Court rules for GOP lawmakers in voter ID case
The Supreme Court gave Republican legislative leaders in North Carolina a win Thursday in an ongoing fight over the state's latest photo identification voting law.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom for president?
Some political analysts are now looking at Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent decision to start posting videos and calling out Republicans on Donald Trump's social media site as an indication he might want to lead the free world one day.
Former South Carolina congressman proposes age limit for 'geriatric' politicians
South Carolina Democratic gubernatorial nominee Joe Cunningham is proposing an age limit — 72 — for state politicians.
DOJ: Andrew Gillum, former candidate for Florida governor, indicted on wire fraud charges
Florida Democrat Andrew Gillum, the former Tallahassee mayor who nearly defeated Gov. Ron DeSantis in a run for Florida governor in 2018, has been indicted on wire fraud charges, according to the Department of Justice.
'Heightened alert': Abortion providers brace for Roe v. Wade ruling
Abortion providers and law enforcement officials worry about the public fallout once the Supreme Court decides on Roe v. Wade. Some also anticipate protests, harassment, and violence in states where abortion remains legal.
California eyes banning loitering for prostitution arrests
California lawmakers are sending Gov. Gavin Newsom a bill that would bar police from making arrests on a charge of loitering for prostitution, the author of the bill announced Monday.
Doctors urge FDA to approve over-the-counter access to birth control
The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.
Video: Biden says 'I'm good' after falling off bike in Delaware
"I got my foot caught" in the toe cages, the president told reporters.
Lawmakers ask Google to stop steering women to ‘fake’ abortion clinics
A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.
Minnesota pro-life organization vandalized, perpetrator takes credit online
A south Minneapolis pro-life organization had its building vandalized Wednesday night, and the alleged perpetrators are apparently taking credit for the act online.