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Politics · United StatesOklahoma women Sheena Hamlin and Magon Hoffman sue state over abortion ban
Two Oklahoma mothers, Sheena Hamlin and Magon Hoffman, filed a lawsuit with the Center for Reproductive Rights alleging that state abortion restrictions compelled them to leave Oklahoma for out‑of‑state abortions costing thousands after their fetuses were diagnosed as non‑viable. State officials have not commented.
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Politics · United StatesGloria Steinem, feminist leader, dies at 92 amid abortion rights backlash
Feminist icon Gloria Steinem died at 92. Her life's work advocating for reproductive rights and women's equality has seen significant victories, but also a powerful backlash, particularly following the US Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade.
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Politics · United StatesIdaho abortion initiative lawsuit over ballot language filed
Idahoans United for Women and Families has sued state officials over the ballot language for Proposition One, an abortion rights initiative. The group claims the language is misleading and asks the Idaho Supreme Court to strike down the proposed 'Yes' or 'No' statements.
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Health · United StatesSurrogate McKenna West sued for $100,000 after refusing abortion for baby with heart condition
A nurse from Alaska who carried a baby for a California couple is being sued for over $100,000 after refusing to terminate the pregnancy when the fetus was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. The biological parents allege breach of contract, while the surrogate says she acted to protect the child’s life. A Texas court will hear custody and parentage disputes on 25 August.
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Politics · United StatesMassachusetts governor signs law allowing abortion up to birth, faces excommunication calls
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed a bill permitting abortion up to birth, removing previous restrictions. Catholic advocacy groups have demanded her excommunication, while the Archdiocese of Boston has not responded. Nine House Democrats opposed the bill, calling it too extreme.
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Politics · United StatesTexas intervenes to secure medical care for baby Gabriel with heart defect
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton intervened in a Dallas County court case to ensure life-saving medical treatment for baby Gabriel, diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. The surrogate mother, McKenna West, traveled from Alaska to Texas after the intended parents sought to abort the pregnancy due to the defect.
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Politics · United StatesAnti-abortion groups urge US attorney general to block abortion pill mailings
A coalition of anti-abortion groups, including Arkansas-based Family Council, has urged the US Department of Justice to halt the mailing of abortion pills, citing state laws that restrict the procedure. The letter follows Arkansas legislation prohibiting abortion except to save the mother’s life.
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Politics · United StatesKansas voters keep governor’s role in picking Supreme Court justices
Kansas voters rejected a constitutional amendment that would have shifted the selection of state Supreme Court justices from gubernatorial appointment to direct election. The current process, involving a nominating commission and the governor, remains unchanged after the 5 August 2026 primary.
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