Republicans have been forced to reckon with a growing trove of data suggesting that abortion could be a decisive issue in the midterms, motivating Democratic and independent voters far more than was widely expected.
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South Carolina senators reject a near-total abortion ban
South Carolina senators have rejected a ban on almost all abortions in a special session.
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Judge strikes down 1931 Michigan law criminalizing abortion
The statute was suspended in May with an injunction, after a lawsuit by Planned Parenthood.
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Abortion floor debate splits South Carolina Republicans
The South Carolina Senate has scheduled a lengthy floor debate on an abortion ban that no longer includes exceptions for pregnancies caused by rape or incest.
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South Carolina House OKs total abortion ban with exceptions
The bill as written allows no exceptions for pregnancies caused by rape or incest, but conservative Republicans say they will vote against such exceptions.
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More women in Maine, nation turning to medication abortion
The use of medication to end pregnancies grew during the pandemic and could help the state’s providers handle increased demand as patients come from other states to have abortions.
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Proposal to put abortion protections in California Constitution appears headed for victory
Eight in 10 California voters called abortion an important issue as they decide how to vote in congressional, state and local races this November.
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Kansas recount confirms results in favor of abortion rights
After the recount, the side that supported the measure gained six votes and those opposed to it lost 57 votes.
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Planned Parenthood to spend record $50 million in midterm elections
The effort will focus on governor’s offices, U.S. Senate seats and legislative races in 9 states where abortion rights could be restricted or expanded depending on the outcome at the ballot.
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South Carolina lawmakers consider abortion ban with no exceptions for rape, incest
A small group of South Carolina lawmakers have given their approval to a near total abortion ban that does not include exceptions for pregnancies caused by rape or incest.