Extreme Anti-Abortion Stance of Republican National Convention Platform Committee Leader

Ed Martin, a key figure in the Republican National Convention's platform committee, has a history of advocating extreme anti-abortion positions, including supporting a national ban without exceptions for rape or incest. He has been vocal about wanting to jail women who get abortions and the doctors who perform them. Martin's views contrast with recent efforts by former President Donald Trump to move away from calls for a national ban on abortion.

Legal Action Against Ex-Girlfriend for Out-of-State Abortion in Texas

A Texas man is taking legal action against his ex-girlfriend for allegedly having an out-of-state abortion, using a new tactic by anti-abortion groups. The legal petition seeks information for a future lawsuit under Texas laws.

Florida Supreme Court Decision on Abortion Ban and Proposed Amendment

Florida Supreme Court upholds 15-week abortion ban while allowing proposed amendment to appear on the November ballot, giving voters a chance to undo restrictions. Decision raises stakes for November election as both reproductive rights groups and anti-abortion-rights groups react. Court's conservative-leaning decision supports ban but also allows amendment that would enshrine abortion protections in the state constitution.

Abortion Pills Regulation

Conservative Christian group is trying to shut down access to abortion pills nationwide by challenging FDA's regulation of mifepristone, a drug used in 63% of US abortions. The case could lay the groundwork for a de facto nationwide abortion ban.

Anti-abortion movement's opposition to IVF legislation

The anti-abortion movement is turning on Republican lawmakers who support bills to protect in vitro fertilization, accusing them of sanctioning murder. Republicans are divided on the issue, with some supporting IVF as a 'pro-life' position while others see it as a violation of conservative principles. Anti-abortion groups are pushing back against IVF legislation, arguing that it allows the destruction of human embryos.

Controversy over Anti-Abortion Fetal Development Video in Schools

The West Virginia Senate approved a bill that would require public schools to show a video on fetal development produced by an anti-abortion rights group. The bill has faced criticism for its medical accuracy and appropriateness for students. Similar bills have been introduced in Iowa, Kentucky, and Missouri.

Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos and IVF

The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos can be considered children under state law, sparking concerns about the impact on IVF. Chief Justice Tom Parker cited Christian theology in his opinion, leading to fears of government officials challenging church-state separation. Anti-abortion activists praised the ruling, while opinions on IVF among Christian groups vary. The ruling could influence decisions in other states with fetal personhood laws.