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HHS probing whether Illinois discriminated against insurers that limited abortion coverage

January 26, 2021

HHS probing whether Illinois discriminated against insurers that limited abortion coverage

The Health and Human Services (HHS) Department opened an investigation into whether Illinois violated federal law by discriminating against insurers that excluded or limited coverage for abortions.

Planned Parenthood victory: Supreme Court nixes rulings that upheld Texas pandemic abortion ban

January 26, 2021

Planned Parenthood victory: Supreme Court nixes rulings that upheld Texas pandemic abortion ban

In a victory for Planned Parenthood, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday overturned two lower court rulings that had sided with GOP officials in banning most abortion procedures in Texas in an effort to conserve medical resources at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.

200 House Republicans sign letter to protect Hyde Amendment

January 26, 2021

200 House Republicans sign letter to protect Hyde Amendment

Two-hundred House Republicans signed a letter Tuesday to protect the Hyde Amendment, which prevents the use of taxpayer dollars to fund non-governmental entities that perform or refer abortions.

Kamala Harris' Roe v. Wade post draws Tennessee governor’s response: ‘Abortion isn’t healthcare’

January 24, 2021

Kamala Harris' Roe v. Wade post draws Tennessee governor’s response: ‘Abortion isn’t healthcare’

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee spoke out last week after Vice President Kamala Harris issued a statement to mark the 48th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion nationwide.

On the 48th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, questions remain in Planned Parenthood controversies

January 22, 2021

On the 48th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, questions remain in Planned Parenthood controversies

As the nation marks the 48th anniversary of Roe v. Wade and President Trump’s term has come to an end, questions remain about how the former administration had addressed congressional concerns surrounding Planned Parenthood Federation of America’s (PPFA) fetal-tissue practices and its lack of action that ultimately prompted criticism from conservatives.

GOP Rep. Biggs introduces 'Abortion is Not Health Care Act'

January 22, 2021

GOP Rep. Biggs introduces 'Abortion is Not Health Care Act'

Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., introduced several pieces of pro-life legislation on the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, including one that challenges a prominent argument among Democrats.

SF Archbishop scolds Pelosi for attack on anti-abortion voters: She 'does not speak for the Catholic Church'

January 22, 2021

SF Archbishop scolds Pelosi for attack on anti-abortion voters: She 'does not speak for the Catholic Church'

The Roman Catholic Archbishop of San Francisco issued a scathing statement Thursday in which he accused House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of impugning the motives of anti-abortion voters -- and described her remarks on abortion as "in direct contradiction" of Church teaching.

White House says Biden is a 'devout Catholic' when asked about abortion policies

January 21, 2021

White House says Biden is a 'devout Catholic' when asked about abortion policies

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki described President Biden as a "devout Catholic" after being asked about his stances on taxpayer funding for abortion.

Fauci says Biden reversing Trump rule barring taxpayer dollars to overseas abortion providers

January 21, 2021

Fauci says Biden reversing Trump rule barring taxpayer dollars to overseas abortion providers

Top infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci announced Thursday that President Biden will roll back a Trump-era policy that banned taxpayers' dollars from going to international groups that perform abortions or provide abortion information.

Head of US bishops' conference warns Biden would 'advance moral evils and threaten human life'

January 20, 2021

Head of US bishops' conference warns Biden would 'advance moral evils and threaten human life'

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) issued a stark condemnation of President Biden's abortion agenda on the day of his inauguration, arguing that he would advance "moral evil" on the "preeminent priority" for the faithful.