Supreme Court debates Idaho abortion ban's impact on emergencies
The Associated Press — April 24, 2024, 05:00 PM UTC
Summary: Supreme Court debates Idaho's abortion ban during medical emergencies post-Roe v. Wade. Justices question law's impact on women's health. Idaho bans abortion with limited exceptions. Biden admin argues for federal healthcare law to allow abortions in emergencies. Idaho defends ban, fearing hospitals becoming "abortion enclaves." Protests outside court. Abortion ban affects emergency care, leading to women seeking care out of state. Complaints of pregnant women turned away from U.S. emergency rooms rise post-Roe v. Wade.
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