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Sarah Hanline, an Ohio resident, sought an abortion after doctors confirmed her pregnancy was non-viable due to severe fetal defects. Despite Ohio's constitutional amendment allowing abortion until viability (22 weeks and six days), she faced a two-week wait for induction due to legal uncertainties. She ultimately received the procedure at 22 weeks and six days in Cincinnati after nearby clinics were full.

The article evaluates America's well-being on its 250th birthday, criticizing leaders for failing to maintain its health and promote justice, tranquility, and general welfare. It highlights Missouri's legislative actions, such as making voting difficult and undermining citizen initiatives, as examples of broader national issues.

Senator Susan Collins of Maine is one of only two Republican senators who support abortion rights. She laments the fall of Roe but does not regret confirming Kavanaugh.

Bob Packwood, an Oregon Republican senator known for advocating abortion and women’s rights, resigned after allegations of sexual harassment. He died at 93, with his legacy overshadowed by the scandal that led to an ethics investigation and his resignation in 1995.

Bob Packwood, a Republican senator from Oregon who resigned in 1995 amid sexual harassment allegations, died at 93. His career included advocacy for abortion and women’s rights before the scandal overshadowed his reputation.

Bob Packwood, a moderate Oregon Republican and advocate of abortion rights, resigned in 1995 amid sexual harassment accusations. He died at 93, with his family announcing his death via an obituary.

Hasan Piker, a left-wing Twitch streamer, accused California liberals of seeking 'homo-fascism' after his preferred candidate, Saikat Chakrabarti, lost a primary race to gay state senator Scott Wiener. Piker criticized California for prioritizing LGBTQ and abortion rights while neglecting issues like homelessness and housing costs, and alleged Wiener insincerely supported Israel's genocide claim to win.

A Democratic gubernatorial candidate in Maine, who campaigned with Sen. Bernie Sanders, faces scrutiny over past pro-life voting records, including a 100% rating from Maine Right to Life, despite his current pro-choice stance. The candidate, who helped pass abortion access expansions in Maine after the Dobbs v. Jackson Supreme Court decision, previously supported bills affirming fetal personhood and abortion counseling requirements in 2011 and 2013.

Missouri voters may face up to nine ballot measures in 2026, including proposals on abortion, taxes, state parks, and redistricting. Seven measures are already confirmed, with two pending decisions. Amendment 3, which would repeal 2024 abortion rights and ban gender-affirming care for minors, faces a campaign with significant financial backing.

A judicial ethics panel in Georgia concluded that Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin, candidates for the state Supreme Court, likely violated judicial ethics rules by publicly endorsing each other and discussing abortion rights. The candidates, who are challenging current justices in nonpartisan elections, argue the findings infringe on their free speech rights.

A Pennsylvania court ruled that the state’s constitution guarantees a right to abortion and struck down a decades-old law prohibiting Medicaid funds from covering abortion costs. The decision, a victory for abortion rights groups like Planned Parenthood, was issued by a divided seven-judge appellate panel.