Texas Supreme Court Upholds Abortion Ban with Medical Exceptions
The Texas Supreme Court upheld the state's abortion ban, rejecting a lawsuit challenging its medical exceptions. The court ruled that the law's exceptions are broad enough and allow for life-saving abortions. Doctors who perform abortions risk severe penalties under the law.
Key Points
- The Texas Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit challenging the state's abortion ban
- Exceptions to the ban are broad enough for life-saving abortions
- Doctors could face prison time, fines, and loss of medical licenses for performing abortions
Pros
- The law allows for life-saving abortions
- Clear clarification on medical exceptions
Cons
- Doctors risk severe penalties for performing abortions