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Gov. Greg Abbott said rape victims can take Plan B. But emergency contraception isn’t widely available for the state’s poorest people.

Abbott said that victims of rape could take Plan B to prevent a pregnancy. Due to the state’s health care landscape, accessing emergency contraception may not be feasible for low-income Texans.

The Texas Tribune

Candidates in NC swing district switch to middle-of-the-road tactics

Candidates running to represent North Carolinians in the 13th Congressional District are bouncing toward a moderate platform.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

The VA says it will provide abortions in some cases even in states where it's banned

The new policy came in response to the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, which saw a number of states move to limit or ban abortion.

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New WSJ poll shows more support for abortion after Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade

Majorities have long supported abortion access, even more so now, poll suggests

The Independent UK

Texas Governor Abbott says rape victims can take Plan B instead of having abortions

The Republican governor made the statements during a local radio programme, scheduled to be aired on Sunday

The Independent UK

DeSantis seeks dismissal of suit by suspended prosecutor

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants a federal judge to throw out a free speech lawsuit filed by a Democratic prosecutor he suspended from office over statements about not pursuing criminal charges in abortion, transgender rights and certain low-level cases

The Independent UK

Veterans Affairs to offer abortion counseling, abortions in cases of rape or incest

The VA will consider patients seeking abortion services on a case-by-case basis

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GOP escalates fight against citizen-led ballot initiatives

Hundreds of thousands of people have signed initiative petitions for ballot measures in several states that would expand voting access, ensure abortion rights and legalize recreational marijuana

The Independent UK

Kansas governor lauds abortion vote but focuses on economy

Kansas' Democratic governor wasted little time after a decisive state vote in favor of abortion rights

The Independent UK

The "rhythm method" of birth control is soaring on TikTok. Experts warn it's the most dangerous time to get this wrong

Doctors are urging women to take contraception guidance from the social network “with a pinch of salt,” with videos related to the “rhythm method” viewed almost 1 billion times.

Fortune

Where does Liz Truss stand on women’s issues?

The new PM’s stance on abortion rights and tackling violence against women

The Independent UK

Val Demings says she supports abortion up to ‘time of viability’ after Rubio attacks

MIAMI — U.S. Rep. Val Demings said Friday she supports women or girls having the right to an abortion “up to the time of viability of the fetus,” a day after U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio attacked the Florida congresswoman for supporting “abortion on demand, taxpayer-funded at any point in a…

Miami Herald

Rape victims can take Plan B instead of having abortions, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says

DALLAS — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said this week that although the state’s abortion ban makes no exception for rape or incest, victims of these crimes can take emergency contraception and call the police.

Tribune News Service

"When You Are Not With Where a Majority of Americans Are, Then, You Know, That Is Extreme"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iquGx_rbdk Here's the full context, from White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre yesterday: Q But specifically with regards to limiting these freedoms — I guess my question is: The Supreme Court created this space for the anti-abortion movement at the state level and also perhaps at the federal level to…

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Planned Parenthood Arizona joins others restarting abortions

Planned Parenthood Arizona has joined several other providers and restarted abortion care in the state, although it may only be temporary

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Wisconsin GOP candidate calls for 'pitchforks and torches'

The Republican candidate for governor in Wisconsin endorsed by Donald Trump is calling for people to take up “pitchforks and torches” in reaction to a story that detailed his giving to anti-abortion groups and others

The Texas Tribune

Veterans Affairs says it will provide abortions — even in Texas

The VA follows the Department of Defense in providing access to abortion as several states, including Texas, essentially ban the procedure following the U.S. Supreme Court decision ending nationwide protection.

Reason

Revenge of the Abortion Voters?

Republicans are losing ground in the wake of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.

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France 24

Deauville American Film Festival: Spotlight on abortion rights and Marilyn Monroe

From a film on abortion rights to a biopic about Marilyn Monroe, there's plenty in store at this year's Deauville American Film Festival. The mistress of ceremonies, FRANCE 24's very own Genie Godula, speaks to Eve Jackson at the Normandy beach town about what to look out for during this…

Axios

VA to offer abortion to pregnant veterans in some cases

VA will offer counseling for pregnant veterans and eligible beneficiaries.

The National (Scotland)

MSP behind abortion clinic buffer zone legislation suggests reason for mediation commission

The Scottish Government provoked a backlash last month when a contract award notice published online showed it had paid for the services of a civic…

The Independent UK

Liz Truss vs Rishi Sunak: Where do they stand on women’s issues?

The candidates’ stances on abortion rights and tackling violence against women

WEKU

Pregnant woman who claimed her fetus was an HOV lane passenger gets another ticket

Brandy Bottone got the first traffic violation dismissed, arguing that under Texas' abortion law, her fetus counted as a person. She's hoping to make the same argument again.

Tribune News Service

Trump megadonor Adelson's Republican spending spree is ending

Republicans aren’t seeing as many big checks from one of their most generous benefactors, creating a financial hole for the GOP just as Democrats get a fundraising windfall tied to abortion.

The Independent UK

After fall of Roe, California expands abortion protections

California lawmakers have approved more than a dozen bills this year to make it easier for women to get an abortion

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