The US Supreme Court has preserved nationwide access to mail-order abortion pills, but only for the time being. As Carter Sherman explains, the fight to protect this medication is far from over, as a nationwide, near-total abortion ban could be on the horizon.
Legal Battle Over Abortion Pills
Carter speaks to Dr Angel Foster, co-founder of the Massachusetts Medication Abortion Access Project, who reveals how the legal battle over abortion pills has affected patients across the US – and what could happen next.
Ongoing Threats to Access
While the Supreme Court's decision temporarily maintains access, anti-abortion groups are pushing for stricter regulations or a complete ban on medication abortion. Dr Foster notes that patients already face confusion and delays due to changing laws.
The future of abortion pills remains uncertain, with potential implications for millions of women nationwide.
