<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidG0P2sV0HqIvI" /><meta charset="utf-8" />In the aftermath of the United States Supreme Court overturning Roe vs Wade, abortion has become a prohibitive act in several states. With the list of patients requiring the procedure increasing, Planned Parenthood, a nonprofit that provides sexual health care in the US and globally has announced plans to launch its first mobile abortion clinic.</p>

<p>Reportedly, the NGO will launch a 37-foot RV (Recreational Vehicle) in Southern Illinois that will travel to borders of adjoining states that do not allow termination of pregnancy. The mobile abortion clinic will house a lab, two exam rooms, and a waiting room.</p>

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<p>According to Planned Parenthood, initially, the clinic will provide medication abortions up to 11 weeks of gestation. However, after a few months, it will start providing surgical abortions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our goal is to reduce the hundreds of miles that people are having to travel now in order to access care...and meet them where they are," Yamelsie Rodriguez, President of Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri was quoted as saying by NPR.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Read more:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/louisiana-woman-carrying-skull-less-foetus-travels-over-2000-km-to-new-york-to-get-abortion-516256" target="_blank"><strong>Louisiana woman carrying skull-less foetus travels over 2,000 km to New York for abortion</strong></a></p>

<p>“The mobile abortion clinic is a way to reduce travel times and distances in order to meet patients at the Illinois border. This will make a dramatic impact on their access,” added Dr. Colleen McNicholas, chief medical officer for Planned Parenthood’s St. Louis office.</p>

<p>While Illinois has banned abortion, the neighbouring states of&nbsp;Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee and several others in the South and Midwest have done. Hence,&nbsp;Illinois has become the hotspot where aggrieved pregnant women are pilgrimaging to get access to abortion facilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Officials at Parent Parenthood say they may add additional mobile units if the test concept takes off. In a post-Roe world, it could be a means to provide pregnancy termination facilities to women across the state lines.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by WION, the conservative-dominated court in June, earlier this year declared that individual states can now legalise or restrict the procedure on their own, overturning the historic "Roe v. Wade" ruling from 1973 that established a woman's right to an abortion.</p>

<p>The court's decision goes against a global trend that has seen abortion restrictions loosen up, particularly in nations like India, Ireland, Argentina, Mexico, and Colombia where the Catholic Church continues to have significant sway.</p>

<p><strong>Read more:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-sc-rules-every-woman-has-the-right-to-safe-abortion-irrespective-of-their-marital-status-520799">&nbsp;India: SC rules every woman has the right to safe abortion, irrespective of marital status</a></strong></p>

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In the aftermath of the United States Supreme Court overturning Roe vs Wade, abortion has become a prohibitive act in several states. With the list of patients requiring the procedure increasing, Planned Parenthood, a nonprofit that provides sexual health care in the US and globally has announced plans to launch its first mobile abortion clinic.

In the aftermath of the United States Supreme Court overturning Roe vs Wade, abortion has become a prohibitive act in several states. With the list of patients requiring the procedure increasing, Planned Parenthood, a nonprofit that provides sexual health care in the US and globally has announced plans to launch its first mobile abortion clinic. Reportedly, the NGO will launch a 37-foot RV (Recreational Vehicle) in Southern Illinois that will travel to borders of adjoining states that do not allow termination of pregnancy. The mobile abortion clinic will house a lab, two exam rooms, and a waiting room. WATCH | Gravitas: US Supreme Court strikes down abortion rights × According to Planned Parenthood, initially, the clinic will provide medication abortions up to 11 weeks of gestation. However, after a few months, it will start providing surgical abortions. "Our goal is to reduce the hundreds of miles that people are having to travel now in order to access care...and meet them where they are," Yamelsie Rodriguez, President of Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri was quoted as saying by NPR. Read more: Louisiana woman carrying skull-less foetus travels over 2,000 km to New York for abortion “The mobile abortion clinic is a way to reduce travel times and distances in order to meet patients at the Illinois border. This will make a dramatic impact on their access,” added Dr. Colleen McNicholas, chief medical officer for Planned Parenthood’s St. Louis office. While Illinois has banned abortion, the neighbouring states of Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee and several others in the South and Midwest have done. Hence, Illinois has become the hotspot where aggrieved pregnant women are pilgrimaging to get access to abortion facilities. Officials at Parent Parenthood say they may add additional mobile units if the test concept takes off. In a post-Roe world, it could be a means to provide pregnancy termination facilities to women across the state lines. As reported by WION, the conservative-dominated court in June, earlier this year declared that individual states can now legalise or restrict the procedure on their own, overturning the historic "Roe v. Wade" ruling from 1973 that established a woman's right to an abortion. The court's decision goes against a global trend that has seen abortion restrictions loosen up, particularly in nations like India, Ireland, Argentina, Mexico, and Colombia where the Catholic Church continues to have significant sway. Read more: India: SC rules every woman has the right to safe abortion, irrespective of marital status (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>The first&nbsp;Black&nbsp;woman to sit on the US Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson, was inaugurated Friday at a ceremony in Washington attended by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.</p>

<p>Jackson, who was nominated to the top court by Biden, will be part of a progressive minority in the body that decides some of the most important social and legal issues in the United States.</p>

<p>But the 52-year-old may find her hands largely tied by the conservative majority of six justices -- three of whom were appointed by Biden's predecessor, Donald Trump.</p>

<p>That majority has wielded its power in recent months, overturning the constitutional right to abortion and strengthening gun rights.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jackson was chosen at the end of February by Democrat Biden, who promised during his campaign to appoint the first African-American woman to the highest judicial institution in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She replaced Justice Stephen Breyer, 84, who retired.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite acute polarization surrounding the court, her Senate confirmation process went smoothly, and her arrival does not change the balance of power on the bench.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 2022/2023 session of the Supreme Court is scheduled to begin Monday.</p>


The first Black woman to sit on the US Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson, was inaugurated Friday at a ceremony in Washington attended by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

The first Black woman to sit on the US Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson, was inaugurated Friday at a ceremony in Washington attended by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Jackson, who was nominated to the top court by Biden, will be part of a progressive minority in the body that decides some of the most important social and legal issues in the United States. But the 52-year-old may find her hands largely tied by the conservative majority of six justices -- three of whom were appointed by Biden's predecessor, Donald Trump. That majority has wielded its power in recent months, overturning the constitutional right to abortion and strengthening gun rights. Jackson was chosen at the end of February by Democrat Biden, who promised during his campaign to appoint the first African-American woman to the highest judicial institution in the country. She replaced Justice Stephen Breyer, 84, who retired. Despite acute polarization surrounding the court, her Senate confirmation process went smoothly, and her arrival does not change the balance of power on the bench. The 2022/2023 session of the Supreme Court is scheduled to begin Monday.

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<p>After the US Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade verdict and banned abortion in the country, Republican leaders have justified that exceptions for rape or incest victims aren’t needed because emergency contraceptives can be used instead.</p>

<p>Advocates for rape survivors have pointed out that getting access to these emergency measures in the short time frame in which they would be effective may not be realistic for someone who has just been assaulted and medical professionals have confirmed that they are not always foolproof.</p>

<p>Following the failure of birth control, emergency contraceptives are used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex.</p>

<p>The two most commonly used contraceptives used in the United States, including levonorgestrel and ulipristal acetate, prevent ovulation.</p>

<p>This is different from an abortion pill which ends a pregnancy after a fertilised egg has been implanted in the lining of a woman’s uterus.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to medical experts, the effectiveness of “morning after pills” depends on how soon they are taken after unprotected sex.</p>

<p>It is noteworthy that the pills are unlikely to help if a woman has ovulated prior to intercourse and sperms can live inside a woman’s body for up to five days.</p>

<p>A copper intrauterine device, which is the most effective method of emergency contraception, needs to be inserted into a woman’s uterus within five days of unprotected sex.</p>

<p>According to Jude Foster, advocacy medical forensic and prevention programs director for the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault, most rape victims don’t report the crime to law enforcement.</p>

<p>Highlighting the faults in the ''one size fits all'' approach, she says women face financial as well as transportation problems.</p>

<p>Making no exceptions for cases of rape or incest, Arkansas, Kentucky and Oklahoma all have laws that ban abortion at all stages of pregnancy.</p>

<p>If they are used before a pregnancy can be determined, in that case, Arkansas’ and Kentucky’s laws explicitly say they don’t prohibit contraceptive measures.</p>

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After the US Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade verdict and banned abortion in the country, Republican leaders have justified that exceptions for rape or incest victims aren’t needed because emergency contraceptives can be used instead.

After the US Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade verdict and banned abortion in the country, Republican leaders have justified that exceptions for rape or incest victims aren’t needed because emergency contraceptives can be used instead. Advocates for rape survivors have pointed out that getting access to these emergency measures in the short time frame in which they would be effective may not be realistic for someone who has just been assaulted and medical professionals have confirmed that they are not always foolproof. Following the failure of birth control, emergency contraceptives are used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. The two most commonly used contraceptives used in the United States, including levonorgestrel and ulipristal acetate, prevent ovulation. This is different from an abortion pill which ends a pregnancy after a fertilised egg has been implanted in the lining of a woman’s uterus. × According to medical experts, the effectiveness of “morning after pills” depends on how soon they are taken after unprotected sex. It is noteworthy that the pills are unlikely to help if a woman has ovulated prior to intercourse and sperms can live inside a woman’s body for up to five days. A copper intrauterine device, which is the most effective method of emergency contraception, needs to be inserted into a woman’s uterus within five days of unprotected sex. According to Jude Foster, advocacy medical forensic and prevention programs director for the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault, most rape victims don’t report the crime to law enforcement. Highlighting the faults in the ''one size fits all'' approach, she says women face financial as well as transportation problems. Making no exceptions for cases of rape or incest, Arkansas, Kentucky and Oklahoma all have laws that ban abortion at all stages of pregnancy. If they are used before a pregnancy can be determined, in that case, Arkansas’ and Kentucky’s laws explicitly say they don’t prohibit contraceptive measures. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

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<p>Richard Bernstein, a judge on the Michigan State Supreme Court, has demonstrated that justice is truly blind.</p>

<p>He has now shown that blind drivers can operate race cars as well.&nbsp;Legally blind since birth, Bernstein has demonstrated that someone who is blind can drive a race car as well.&nbsp;Bernstein told Fox News Digital this week that on Tuesday, August 23, Sheriff Chris Swanson, who was in the backseat, gave him directions.</p>

<p>On that particular day, Bernstein travelled around a dirt track at the Genesee County Fair in the vicinity of Flint, Michigan. He had never operated a vehicle before.</p>

<p>“People with a disability know what we can accomplish, but the real thing is for those who are not disabled to give us an opportunity,” Bernstein, 47, said.</p>

<p>According to the website of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vaccines-were-more-effective-against-delta-variant-cdc-study-finds-510224">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention</a>, 6 million Americans are thought to have vision impairment, and 1 million become blind in 2017.</p>

<p>As per&nbsp;the American Community Survey, the majority of blind or visually impaired people do not work or actively seek employment, compared to less than a quarter of people without impairments.</p>

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<p>In spite of his condition, Bernstein, who is running for re-election to his job in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-covid-19-boosters-set-to-launch-before-human-testing-is-complete-511085">Michigan</a> in November, told Fox News Digital that he is enthusiastic about his profession and pushes himself beyond of his comfort zone.</p>

<p>He used the abilities to complete 25 marathons, one Ironman race, and to fulfil his dream of becoming a race car driver, as reported by the New York Post.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although many people know him as a justice, he joked, “No one calls me that.&nbsp;[Now] they call me&nbsp;race car driver.”</p>

<p>Due in part to his preparation for&nbsp;marathons, Bernstein was able to follow the sheriff's instructions regarding when to turn while driving with the sheriff despite the fact that he was blind.</p>

<p>His next objective is to dress like a race car driver, complete with a safety helmet, and go receive his licence from the Michigan secretary of state just to see what he will be told.</p>

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Richard Bernstein, a judge on the Michigan State Supreme Court, has demonstrated that justice is truly blind. He has now shown that blind drivers can operate race cars as well.

Richard Bernstein, a judge on the Michigan State Supreme Court, has demonstrated that justice is truly blind. He has now shown that blind drivers can operate race cars as well. Legally blind since birth, Bernstein has demonstrated that someone who is blind can drive a race car as well. Bernstein told Fox News Digital this week that on Tuesday, August 23, Sheriff Chris Swanson, who was in the backseat, gave him directions. On that particular day, Bernstein travelled around a dirt track at the Genesee County Fair in the vicinity of Flint, Michigan. He had never operated a vehicle before. “People with a disability know what we can accomplish, but the real thing is for those who are not disabled to give us an opportunity,” Bernstein, 47, said. According to the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 6 million Americans are thought to have vision impairment, and 1 million become blind in 2017. As per the American Community Survey, the majority of blind or visually impaired people do not work or actively seek employment, compared to less than a quarter of people without impairments. Also read | Trump calls Biden 'enemy of the state', claims MAGA 'movement' is saving democracy In spite of his condition, Bernstein, who is running for re-election to his job in Michigan in November, told Fox News Digital that he is enthusiastic about his profession and pushes himself beyond of his comfort zone. He used the abilities to complete 25 marathons, one Ironman race, and to fulfil his dream of becoming a race car driver, as reported by the New York Post. Although many people know him as a justice, he joked, “No one calls me that. [Now] they call me race car driver.” Due in part to his preparation for marathons, Bernstein was able to follow the sheriff's instructions regarding when to turn while driving with the sheriff despite the fact that he was blind. His next objective is to dress like a race car driver, complete with a safety helmet, and go receive his licence from the Michigan secretary of state just to see what he will be told. Also WATCH | Arms package by US aimed to boost Taiwan's defences

US: Blind state supreme court justice drives race car to raise awareness

<p>Asking Google to offer abortion benefits to contractors and suspend donations to anti-abortion politicians, more than 650 workers at Google owner Alphabet Inc have signed a petition for policy changes.</p>

<p>News agency Reuters reported that the demands reflect concerns about the US Supreme Court's decision to ban abortion across the country.</p>

<p>According to Alejandra Beatty, technical programme manager at Alphabet healthcare subsidiary Verily and co-lead of the petition, thousands of workers live in states that restrict abortions.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-does-google-make-money-479751">Also read |&nbsp;How does Google make money?</a></strong></p>

<p>Calling the protection of reproductive rights an existential battle, Beatty said Alphabet should consider convening a task force to oversee product changes.</p>

<p>Highlighting that it will continue to fight police requests for user information that it considers excessive, Google has established policies to assist employees seeking abortions.</p>

<p>Echoing demands from abortion advocates who for years have said that Google should remove search results for crisis pregnancy centres, the petition says Alphabet should not direct political contributions toward groups and candidates campaigning to restrict abortion access.</p>

<p>The California-based tech giant, which was created through a restructuring of Google, employs over 174,000 people globally.</p>

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Asking Google to offer abortion benefits to contractors and suspend donations to anti-abortion politicians, more than 650 workers at Google owner Alphabet Inc have signed a petition for policy changes.

Asking Google to offer abortion benefits to contractors and suspend donations to anti-abortion politicians, more than 650 workers at Google owner Alphabet Inc have signed a petition for policy changes. News agency Reuters reported that the demands reflect concerns about the US Supreme Court's decision to ban abortion across the country. According to Alejandra Beatty, technical programme manager at Alphabet healthcare subsidiary Verily and co-lead of the petition, thousands of workers live in states that restrict abortions. Also read | How does Google make money? Calling the protection of reproductive rights an existential battle, Beatty said Alphabet should consider convening a task force to oversee product changes. Highlighting that it will continue to fight police requests for user information that it considers excessive, Google has established policies to assist employees seeking abortions. Echoing demands from abortion advocates who for years have said that Google should remove search results for crisis pregnancy centres, the petition says Alphabet should not direct political contributions toward groups and candidates campaigning to restrict abortion access. The California-based tech giant, which was created through a restructuring of Google, employs over 174,000 people globally. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

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<p>A US Supreme Court judge has made remarks which have&nbsp;widely been perceived as mocking world leaders and personalities who spoke against the overturning of landmark Roe v&nbsp;Wade ruling. Number of world leaders and even a UK royal has&nbsp;criticised US Supreme Court's decision that ended American women's legal right for abortion. The landmark Roe V Wade ruling was overturned by the court last month.</p>

<p>Samuel Alito, a conservative judge of US Supreme Court made the remarks during an unannounced speech in Rome at Notre Dame law school. He spoke at conference held around the theme of religious liberty. These were Alito's first public remarks since overturning of Roe Vs Wade. The law school published video of his speech on Youtube on Thursday (July 28)</p>

<p>“I had the honour this term of writing I think the only supreme court decision in the history of that institution that has been lambasted by a whole string of foreign leaders who felt perfectly fine commenting on American law,” Alito said.</p>

<p>He said that UK PM Boris Johnson "paid the price" after his remark on the court decision. He was referring to UK PM's resignation which was due to opposition from within his own party.</p>

<p>“But what really wounded me - what really wounded me - was when the Duke of Sussex (Prince Harry) addressed the United Nations and seemed to compare the decision whose name may not be spoken with the Russian attack on Ukraine,”</p>

<p>Just a few days ago, Prince Harry addressed United Nations and expressed his displeasure at "the rolling back of constitutional rights here in the United States”.</p>

<p>The verdict also drew criticism from Canadian President Justin Trudeau and French President Emmanuel Macron.</p>

<p>The US Supreme Court currently has 6-3 majority of conservative judges.</p>

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A US Supreme Court judge has made remarks which have widely been perceived as mocking world leaders and personalities who spoke against the overturning of landmark Roe v Wade ruling. Number of world leaders and even a UK royal has criticised US Supreme Court's decision that ended American women's legal right for abortion. The landmark Roe V Wade ruling was overturned by the court last month. Samuel Alito, a conservative judge of US Supreme Court made the remarks during an unannounced speech in Rome at Notre Dame law school. He spoke at conference held around the theme of religious liberty. These were Alito's first public remarks since overturning of Roe Vs Wade. The law school published video of his speech on Youtube on Thursday (July 28) “I had the honour this term of writing I think the only supreme court decision in the history of that institution that has been lambasted by a whole string of foreign leaders who felt perfectly fine commenting on American law,” Alito said. He said that UK PM Boris Johnson "paid the price" after his remark on the court decision. He was referring to UK PM's resignation which was due to opposition from within his own party. “But what really wounded me - what really wounded me - was when the Duke of Sussex (Prince Harry) addressed the United Nations and seemed to compare the decision whose name may not be spoken with the Russian attack on Ukraine,” Just a few days ago, Prince Harry addressed United Nations and expressed his displeasure at "the rolling back of constitutional rights here in the United States”. The verdict also drew criticism from Canadian President Justin Trudeau and French President Emmanuel Macron. The US Supreme Court currently has 6-3 majority of conservative judges. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The chief officer for the US Supreme Court Marshal Gail Curley has asked Maryland Governor Larry Hogan to enforce rules against picketing outside Maryland residence of high court justices, citing protests and increased threatening activities. Curley made the request in a letter to Hogan on July 1, pointing out that the Maryland law forbids people from assembling “in a manner that disrupts a person’s right to tranquility in the person’s home.” Curley further added that the protesters for weeks chanted slogans, banged on drums and used bullhorns, Reuters reported.</p>

<p>As per a copy of letter Curley informed Hogan, “I am writing to request that the Maryland State Police, in conjunction with local authorities as appropriate, enforce laws prohibiting picketing outside the homes of Supreme Court justices who live in Maryland,” published by Fox News website.</p>

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<p>The letter also mentioned “an attempt on a Justice’s life,” which is likely referred to the California man who was apprehended for carrying a handgun, knife and a pepper spray last month.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US President Joe Biden seeks to pass a law for abortion rights</strong></p>

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<p>After a draught opinion indicating the court would reverse Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling guaranteeing women the right to an abortion, was leaked in the month of May, the pro-activists started holding the demonstrations outside the residence of Justice john Roberts, Justice Brett Kavanaugh and Justice Sameul Alito Jr. in Maryland and Virginia respectively.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Chief officer Curley informed Hogan expressing his concern about picketing outside justices houses in his state back in the month of May. The Maryland Governor Hogan made his remarks in a joint letter with Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to the Attorney General Merrick Garland requesting enforcement of federal laws prohibiting meant to sway judges for pending cases.</p>

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The chief officer for the US Supreme Court Marshal Gail Curley has asked Maryland Governor Larry Hogan to enforce rules against picketing outside Maryland residence of high court justices, citing protests and increased threatening activities.

The chief officer for the US Supreme Court Marshal Gail Curley has asked Maryland Governor Larry Hogan to enforce rules against picketing outside Maryland residence of high court justices, citing protests and increased threatening activities. Curley made the request in a letter to Hogan on July 1, pointing out that the Maryland law forbids people from assembling “in a manner that disrupts a person’s right to tranquility in the person’s home.” Curley further added that the protesters for weeks chanted slogans, banged on drums and used bullhorns, Reuters reported. As per a copy of letter Curley informed Hogan, “I am writing to request that the Maryland State Police, in conjunction with local authorities as appropriate, enforce laws prohibiting picketing outside the homes of Supreme Court justices who live in Maryland,” published by Fox News website. Also read | Roe v. Wade: US President Joe Biden vows to protect women travelling for abortions The letter also mentioned “an attempt on a Justice’s life,” which is likely referred to the California man who was apprehended for carrying a handgun, knife and a pepper spray last month. Watch | US President Joe Biden seeks to pass a law for abortion rights After a draught opinion indicating the court would reverse Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling guaranteeing women the right to an abortion, was leaked in the month of May, the pro-activists started holding the demonstrations outside the residence of Justice john Roberts, Justice Brett Kavanaugh and Justice Sameul Alito Jr. in Maryland and Virginia respectively. Also read | Israel eases abortion regulations after ‘sad’ Roe v Wade ruling in the US Chief officer Curley informed Hogan expressing his concern about picketing outside justices houses in his state back in the month of May. The Maryland Governor Hogan made his remarks in a joint letter with Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to the Attorney General Merrick Garland requesting enforcement of federal laws prohibiting meant to sway judges for pending cases. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Actress Busy Phillipps was arrested in front of the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., while she was protesting for abortion rights. In the wake of the Roe v. Wade reversal that was announced on June 24, protesters from across the nation have taken to the roads to protest the overturning of a nearly 50-year-old law that guaranteed legal rights for abortion. In a video shared by Vice Media, Philipps was seen escorted by female cops and, on being asked by an onlooker about her presence at the protest, the ‘Girls5eva’ star rescinded,&nbsp;saying, "For equality."</p>

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<p>The 43-year-old has been vocal about abortion rights. She had earlier shared her experience of going through an abortion as a teen. In 2019, when abortions of more than six weeks were banned in Georgia, she shared her abortion story on her now-cancelled talk show, Busy Tonight. Later in the same year, Philipps shared her story in front of a House Judiciary subcommittee discussing the dangers reproductive rights are facing in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sharing her decision to get an abortion at the age of 15, Philipps before the Judiciary Committee said, "I am so sad that we have to sit here in front of a row of politicians and give deeply personal statements."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"I am so sad that we have to sit here in front of a row of politicians and give deeply personal statements," she said at the time. "Because the ‘why’ doesn’t matter. It should not matter. I am a human being that deserves autonomy in this country that calls itself free, and choices that a human being makes about their own bodies should not be legislated by strangers who can’t possibly know or understand each individual’s circumstances or beliefs."</p>

<p>"Will not back down. I will aid and abet abortion," she said at the protest site, as she was being detained on the grounds of blocking traffic,, where she had joined Planned Parenthood leaders and activists protesting the court’s decision on abortion.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to her Instagram later, Philipps posted the footage of her arrest and captioned it:&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We will not back down, we will not give in and we will not stop fighting until there is equality for all Americans."</p>

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<p>"I can think of no better way to use my privilege and voice than to amplify the message that bodily autonomy IS a human right, as it is ACTUALLY the same thing as the promise of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We must ensure that it applies to all of us," she added.</p>

<p>The actress said that she was feeling proud to have protested alongside fellow activists from the Working Families Party, the Poor People’s Campaign, Mi Familia Vota, Catholics for Choice, the National Council of Jewish Women, NARAL Pro-Choice America, and the Center for Popular Democracy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from being an advocate of reproductive rights, Philipps this week also told her country people that ‘abortion rights won’t go down without a fight’. "This is the fight of a lifetime, y’all."&nbsp;</p>


Actress Busy Phillipps was arrested in front of the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., while she was protesting for abortion rights. In the wake of the Roe v. Wade reversal that was announced on June 24, protesters from across the nation have taken to the roads to protest the overturning of a nearly 50-year-old law that guaranteed legal rights for abortion.

Actress Busy Phillipps was arrested in front of the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., while she was protesting for abortion rights. In the wake of the Roe v. Wade reversal that was announced on June 24, protesters from across the nation have taken to the roads to protest the overturning of a nearly 50-year-old law that guaranteed legal rights for abortion. In a video shared by Vice Media, Philipps was seen escorted by female cops and, on being asked by an onlooker about her presence at the protest, the ‘Girls5eva’ star rescinded, saying, "For equality." .@BusyPhilipps was arrested at a protest in front of the Supreme Court today, and tells VICE News that she's getting arrested for "equality." pic.twitter.com/MOm6ZyY6Cl — VICE News (@VICENews) June 30, 2022 × The 43-year-old has been vocal about abortion rights. She had earlier shared her experience of going through an abortion as a teen. In 2019, when abortions of more than six weeks were banned in Georgia, she shared her abortion story on her now-cancelled talk show, Busy Tonight. Later in the same year, Philipps shared her story in front of a House Judiciary subcommittee discussing the dangers reproductive rights are facing in the country. Sharing her decision to get an abortion at the age of 15, Philipps before the Judiciary Committee said, "I am so sad that we have to sit here in front of a row of politicians and give deeply personal statements." Also Read: Olivia Rodrigo slams Roe v Wade overturning, sings ‘F**k You’ to Supreme Court judges "I am so sad that we have to sit here in front of a row of politicians and give deeply personal statements," she said at the time. "Because the ‘why’ doesn’t matter. It should not matter. I am a human being that deserves autonomy in this country that calls itself free, and choices that a human being makes about their own bodies should not be legislated by strangers who can’t possibly know or understand each individual’s circumstances or beliefs." "Will not back down. I will aid and abet abortion," she said at the protest site, as she was being detained on the grounds of blocking traffic,, where she had joined Planned Parenthood leaders and activists protesting the court’s decision on abortion. Taking to her Instagram later, Philipps posted the footage of her arrest and captioned it: "We will not back down, we will not give in and we will not stop fighting until there is equality for all Americans." Also Read: Roe vs Wade Overturned: Celebrities call it a 'devastating news' as Supreme Court ends abortion rights "I can think of no better way to use my privilege and voice than to amplify the message that bodily autonomy IS a human right, as it is ACTUALLY the same thing as the promise of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We must ensure that it applies to all of us," she added. The actress said that she was feeling proud to have protested alongside fellow activists from the Working Families Party, the Poor People’s Campaign, Mi Familia Vota, Catholics for Choice, the National Council of Jewish Women, NARAL Pro-Choice America, and the Center for Popular Democracy. Apart from being an advocate of reproductive rights, Philipps this week also told her country people that ‘abortion rights won’t go down without a fight’. "This is the fight of a lifetime, y’all."

Actress Busy Philipps arrested while protesting against Roe v. Wade's reversal

<p>After facing calls to limit the amount of information it collects, tech giant Google has announced it would delete users' location history when they visit abortion clinics and domestic violence shelters.</p>

<p>Jen Fitzpatrick, a senior vice president at Google, wrote in a blog post, "If our systems identify that someone has visited one of these places, we will delete these entries from Location History soon after they visit."</p>

<p>"This change will take effect in the coming weeks," Fitzpatrick added.</p>

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<p>Google will also delete users' location history when they visit places where privacy is sought such as fertility centers, addiction treatment facilities, and weight loss clinics.</p>

<p>Following the US Supreme Court's decision to ban abortion, activists and politicians have been asking tech giants to limit the amount of information they collect to avoid it being used by law enforcement for abortion investigations and prosecutions.</p>

<p>"Google has a long track record of pushing back on overly broad demands from law enforcement, including objecting to some demands entirely," Fitzpatrick wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We take into account the privacy and security expectations of people using our products, and we notify people when we comply with government demands."</p>

<p>Asking him to stop collecting smartphone location data lest it becomes "a tool for far-right extremists looking to crack down on people seeking reproductive health care," a group of top Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to Google chief executive Sundar Pichai in May</p>

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After facing calls to limit the amount of information it collects, tech giant Google has announced it would delete users' location history when they visit abortion clinics and domestic violence shelters.

After facing calls to limit the amount of information it collects, tech giant Google has announced it would delete users' location history when they visit abortion clinics and domestic violence shelters. Jen Fitzpatrick, a senior vice president at Google, wrote in a blog post, "If our systems identify that someone has visited one of these places, we will delete these entries from Location History soon after they visit." "This change will take effect in the coming weeks," Fitzpatrick added. × Google will also delete users' location history when they visit places where privacy is sought such as fertility centers, addiction treatment facilities, and weight loss clinics. Following the US Supreme Court's decision to ban abortion, activists and politicians have been asking tech giants to limit the amount of information they collect to avoid it being used by law enforcement for abortion investigations and prosecutions. "Google has a long track record of pushing back on overly broad demands from law enforcement, including objecting to some demands entirely," Fitzpatrick wrote. "We take into account the privacy and security expectations of people using our products, and we notify people when we comply with government demands." Asking him to stop collecting smartphone location data lest it becomes "a tool for far-right extremists looking to crack down on people seeking reproductive health care," a group of top Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to Google chief executive Sundar Pichai in May (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

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<p>Ketanji Brown Jackson became the first Black woman in the history of the United States to become a Supreme Court justice as the 51-year-old was sworn in on Thursday. Jackson joins the Supreme Court at the time when it is dominating headlines both overturning Roe vs Wade and ruling that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cannot issue wide limitations on greenhouse gases. She will join the liberal bloc of the Supreme Court which currently has a 6-3 conservative majority. Jackson became the latest addition to the Supreme Court after liberal Justice Stephen Breyer’s retirement.</p>

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<p>"With a full heart, I accept the solemn responsibility of supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States and administering justice without fear or favour," Jackson said in a statement.</p>

<p>Jackson was chosen by President Joe Biden after a year at the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. Before that, she was a federal district judge for almost eight years. &nbsp;The Senate finally confirmed her appointment on April 7 this year after a 53-47 vote in her favour.</p>

<p>Justice Breyer expressed his happiness after Jackson became the 116th Supreme Court justice.</p>

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<p>"I am glad for America," Breyer said in a statement according to Reuters. "Ketanji will interpret the law wisely and fairly, helping that law to work better for the American people, whom it serves."</p>

<p>Jackson will join the Supreme Court with immediate effect, but her first argument will come in the next term in October. The next term will include a major case concerning affirmative action used by colleges and universities in provide admissions to minority students.</p>

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Ketanji Brown Jackson became the first Black woman in the history of the United States to become a Supreme Court justice as the 51-year-old was sworn in on Thursday. Jackson joins the Supreme Court at the time when it is dominating headlines both overturning Roe vs Wade and ruling that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cannot issue wide limitations on greenhouse gases. She will join the liberal bloc of the Supreme Court which currently has a 6-3 conservative majority. Jackson became the latest addition to the Supreme Court after liberal Justice Stephen Breyer’s retirement. Also read | SCOTUS strikes again, limits US government powers to curb greenhouse emissions "With a full heart, I accept the solemn responsibility of supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States and administering justice without fear or favour," Jackson said in a statement. Jackson was chosen by President Joe Biden after a year at the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. Before that, she was a federal district judge for almost eight years. The Senate finally confirmed her appointment on April 7 this year after a 53-47 vote in her favour. Justice Breyer expressed his happiness after Jackson became the 116th Supreme Court justice. Also read | US should sell F-16 fighters to Turkey, Congress can approve: Biden "I am glad for America," Breyer said in a statement according to Reuters. "Ketanji will interpret the law wisely and fairly, helping that law to work better for the American people, whom it serves." Jackson will join the Supreme Court with immediate effect, but her first argument will come in the next term in October. The next term will include a major case concerning affirmative action used by colleges and universities in provide admissions to minority students. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The US Supreme Court ruled that a high school football coach's right to pray on the field following games was protected by the Constitution. Critics of the ruling claimed that it would lead to "far more forceful prayer" in public schools.</p>

<p>With the conservative justices in the majority and the liberals dissenting, the court rendered a 6-3 decision in favour of the coach. It was the most recent decision for religious plaintiffs in a string of victories.</p>

<p>The issue had the judges struggle with how to strike a balance between students' rights to be free from peer pressure to engage in religious rituals and teachers' and coaches' rights to exercise their free speech and religion.</p>

<p>With the conservative justices in the majority and the liberals dissenting, the court rendered a 6-3 decision in favour of the coach. It was the most recent decision for religious plaintiffs in a string of victories.</p>

<p>The issue had the judges struggle with how to strike a balance between students' rights to be free from peer pressure to engage in religious rituals and teachers' and coaches' rights to exercise their free speech and religion.</p>

<p>The liberal justices who dissented claimed there was proof Bremerton (Washington) High School Coach Joseph Kennedy coerced children with his prayers at the 50-yard line and used them as an opportunity to inject his "personal religious convictions into a school event."</p>

<p>The ruling "takes us further down a risky path by requiring states to engage themselves with religion," stated dissenting Justice Sonia Sotomayor in her opinion.</p>

<p>The majority of the justices, however, underlined that the coach's prayers took place after the games had ended and at a time when he was free to engage in other activities and wasn't in charge of the kids.</p>

<p>The coach and his attorneys at First Liberty Institute, a Christian legal group, were among those cheering the decision. Kennedy said in an interview that his first reaction was one of pure joy.</p>

<p>"Just like in all my football games I just threw my arms up, you know, touchdown,'" he said. He described the seven years since the dispute began as tough on his family but "absolutely worth it."</p>

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The US Supreme Court ruled that a high school football coach's right to pray on the field following games was protected by the Constitution. Critics of the ruling claimed that it would lead to "far more forceful prayer" in public schools.

The US Supreme Court ruled that a high school football coach's right to pray on the field following games was protected by the Constitution. Critics of the ruling claimed that it would lead to "far more forceful prayer" in public schools. With the conservative justices in the majority and the liberals dissenting, the court rendered a 6-3 decision in favour of the coach. It was the most recent decision for religious plaintiffs in a string of victories. The issue had the judges struggle with how to strike a balance between students' rights to be free from peer pressure to engage in religious rituals and teachers' and coaches' rights to exercise their free speech and religion. With the conservative justices in the majority and the liberals dissenting, the court rendered a 6-3 decision in favour of the coach. It was the most recent decision for religious plaintiffs in a string of victories. The issue had the judges struggle with how to strike a balance between students' rights to be free from peer pressure to engage in religious rituals and teachers' and coaches' rights to exercise their free speech and religion. The liberal justices who dissented claimed there was proof Bremerton (Washington) High School Coach Joseph Kennedy coerced children with his prayers at the 50-yard line and used them as an opportunity to inject his "personal religious convictions into a school event." The ruling "takes us further down a risky path by requiring states to engage themselves with religion," stated dissenting Justice Sonia Sotomayor in her opinion. The majority of the justices, however, underlined that the coach's prayers took place after the games had ended and at a time when he was free to engage in other activities and wasn't in charge of the kids. The coach and his attorneys at First Liberty Institute, a Christian legal group, were among those cheering the decision. Kennedy said in an interview that his first reaction was one of pure joy. "Just like in all my football games I just threw my arms up, you know, touchdown,'" he said. He described the seven years since the dispute began as tough on his family but "absolutely worth it." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The US Supreme Court on Monday (June 27) ruled that a Washington state public school district violated rights of a football coach by suspending him for leading prayers on the field after games.</p>

<p>The judges sided with Joseph Kennedy, the coach. Kennedy served as a part-time assistant football coach until 2015 in Bremerton. His case has become cause celebre for conservative Christian activists.</p>

<p>US Supreme Court's conservative justices were in the majority in 6-3 ruling. Liberal members dissented.</p>

<p>The decision, authored by Justice Neil Gorsuch, held that Kennedy's actions were protected by his rights under the US Constitution's First Amendment, which protects free speech and religious expression.</p>

<p>Gorsuch rejected the local school district's concerns that in a public school setting Kennedy's prayers and Christian-infused speeches could be seen as coercive to students or a governmental endorsement of a particular religion in violation of the First Amendment's so-called establishment clause.</p>

<p>Kennedy told Reuters that the judgment was a 'big sigh of relief' for him. He fought the case for years.</p>

<p>"My beliefs are my personal beliefs. I would never force them upon anybody and nobody had," Kennedy said in a Zoom interview.</p>

<p>He added: "I know that it sounds really probably cliche, but the Constitution applies to everybody equally. It's not for the Christians or the Jews or the atheists or whoever, it is for all Americans. And that's why I thought this was such a huge win, that it's more of a freedom of speech thing to me personally, because it was just a moment between me and God. It had nothing to do with anybody else."</p>

<p>Jeremy Dys, Kennedy's attorney from First Liberty Institute, said the judgment was a victory, not only for Kennedy but "for people of faith &nbsp;who occupy roles as public school teachers and coaches and other staff that could otherwise be fired from their job for engaging in a private act of religious worship."</p>

<p>Not everyone is happy with the judgment. Rachel Laser, the CEO of Americans United for Separation of Church and State which represented the Bremerton School District, said the Supreme Court's decision was the 'greatest loss of religious freedom in a generation'.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The US Supreme Court on Monday (June 27) ruled that a Washington state public school district violated rights of a football coach by suspending him for leading prayers on the field after games.

The US Supreme Court on Monday (June 27) ruled that a Washington state public school district violated rights of a football coach by suspending him for leading prayers on the field after games. The judges sided with Joseph Kennedy, the coach. Kennedy served as a part-time assistant football coach until 2015 in Bremerton. His case has become cause celebre for conservative Christian activists. US Supreme Court's conservative justices were in the majority in 6-3 ruling. Liberal members dissented. The decision, authored by Justice Neil Gorsuch, held that Kennedy's actions were protected by his rights under the US Constitution's First Amendment, which protects free speech and religious expression. Gorsuch rejected the local school district's concerns that in a public school setting Kennedy's prayers and Christian-infused speeches could be seen as coercive to students or a governmental endorsement of a particular religion in violation of the First Amendment's so-called establishment clause. Kennedy told Reuters that the judgment was a 'big sigh of relief' for him. He fought the case for years. "My beliefs are my personal beliefs. I would never force them upon anybody and nobody had," Kennedy said in a Zoom interview. He added: "I know that it sounds really probably cliche, but the Constitution applies to everybody equally. It's not for the Christians or the Jews or the atheists or whoever, it is for all Americans. And that's why I thought this was such a huge win, that it's more of a freedom of speech thing to me personally, because it was just a moment between me and God. It had nothing to do with anybody else." Jeremy Dys, Kennedy's attorney from First Liberty Institute, said the judgment was a victory, not only for Kennedy but "for people of faith who occupy roles as public school teachers and coaches and other staff that could otherwise be fired from their job for engaging in a private act of religious worship." Not everyone is happy with the judgment. Rachel Laser, the CEO of Americans United for Separation of Church and State which represented the Bremerton School District, said the Supreme Court's decision was the 'greatest loss of religious freedom in a generation'. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The ban on abortion in the United States will prove to be more challenging for servicewomen as they face sexual assault and unwanted pregnancies occur more often than in the rest of society.</p>

<p>Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin vowed to review Pentagon policies following the Supreme Court's tectonic decision to overturn constitutional protections for abortion rights.</p>

<p>Currently, more than 230,000 women are serving in the US military and military medics can perform abortions only in cases of proven rape, incest, or if the mother's life is in danger, under a 1976 law.</p>

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<p>Since many of these women are serving in conservative states such as Texas or Kentucky which have enacted sweeping abortion bans find a civilian clinic that performs the procedure and they will have to travel out of state.</p>

<p>For this, they will need to time off work that may hurt their careers and cover medical and travel expenses on modest military salaries.</p>

<p>Not only this, they will have to disclose sexual activity that is discouraged in the military.</p>

<p>In the US army, women are generally young and of childbearing age, with 75 per cent of new recruits being under 22.</p>

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<p>According to a study by the journal Trauma, Violence and Abuse in 2018, nearly one-quarter of women have been victims of military sexual trauma and they are reluctant to turn to a military doctor as they are required to report the assault and order an investigation and in most cases of sexual abuse in the military are committed by superior officers.</p>

<p>The study also found that servicewomen avoid going servicewomen to military medics for the types of contraceptives that require a doctor's prescription in the United States.</p>

<p>Women serving in the US navy are reprimanded for sexual activity during deployments that last months according to another study published by the journal Military Medicine in 2020.</p>

<p>In order to expand access to abortion within the military health care system, Democratic lawmakers in the House of Representatives have introduced a bill as women in the military experience unwanted pregnancy at rates 22 per cent greater than civilians.</p>

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The ban on abortion in the United States will prove to be more challenging for servicewomen as they face sexual assault and unwanted pregnancies occur more often than in the rest of society.

The ban on abortion in the United States will prove to be more challenging for servicewomen as they face sexual assault and unwanted pregnancies occur more often than in the rest of society. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin vowed to review Pentagon policies following the Supreme Court's tectonic decision to overturn constitutional protections for abortion rights. Currently, more than 230,000 women are serving in the US military and military medics can perform abortions only in cases of proven rape, incest, or if the mother's life is in danger, under a 1976 law. × Since many of these women are serving in conservative states such as Texas or Kentucky which have enacted sweeping abortion bans find a civilian clinic that performs the procedure and they will have to travel out of state. For this, they will need to time off work that may hurt their careers and cover medical and travel expenses on modest military salaries. Not only this, they will have to disclose sexual activity that is discouraged in the military. In the US army, women are generally young and of childbearing age, with 75 per cent of new recruits being under 22. Also see | From automatic bans to complex patchwork: Abortion access threatened in half of US states According to a study by the journal Trauma, Violence and Abuse in 2018, nearly one-quarter of women have been victims of military sexual trauma and they are reluctant to turn to a military doctor as they are required to report the assault and order an investigation and in most cases of sexual abuse in the military are committed by superior officers. The study also found that servicewomen avoid going servicewomen to military medics for the types of contraceptives that require a doctor's prescription in the United States. Women serving in the US navy are reprimanded for sexual activity during deployments that last months according to another study published by the journal Military Medicine in 2020. In order to expand access to abortion within the military health care system, Democratic lawmakers in the House of Representatives have introduced a bill as women in the military experience unwanted pregnancy at rates 22 per cent greater than civilians. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

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<p>Demanding tech companies take action in the wake of America's revocation of abortion rights, privacy groups are warning that pregnancy-related information online might present a serious legal risk.</p>

<p>According to experts geolocation data or an internet search history might serve to incriminate women or those who help them in states that opt to ban abortion as states move to restrict or ban the procedure after the Supreme Court's landmark reversal.</p>

<p>Centre for Democracy and Technology president Alexandra Reeve Givens told news agency AFP "This decision opens the door to law enforcement and private bounty hunters seeking vast amounts of private data."</p>

<p>Tech giants such as Meta and Google, which have come forward to help female employees relocate and sponsor travel to abortion clinics in different states, track their users in order to sell ultra-targeted and personalized advertising space.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With a warrant, the information is accessible to authorities and can be misued as a data dragnet weaponised against women seeking abortions and those helping them.</p>

<p>Eight US states have already banned abortion after the Supreme Court ruling gave them the freedom to do so by overturning Roe v. Wade.</p>

<p>Over 40 US Democratic lawmakers have written a letter to Google chief executive Sundar Pichai warning him about the risks posed by its data practices and urging changes.</p>

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<p>Demanding that Google get rid of location data that could be "weaponised against abortion patients and doctors," nonprofit digital rights group Fight For The Future echoed the legislators' plea in an online petition.</p>

<p>From text messages to emails, data from apps, especially those used to track menstrual cycles, can hold significant pregnancy-related data.</p>

<p>In light of the Supreme Court ruling, company behind an app called Natural Cycles which lets women track fertility is working on letting users remain completely anonymous.</p>

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Demanding tech companies take action in the wake of America's revocation of abortion rights, privacy groups are warning that pregnancy-related information online might present a serious legal risk.

Demanding tech companies take action in the wake of America's revocation of abortion rights, privacy groups are warning that pregnancy-related information online might present a serious legal risk. According to experts geolocation data or an internet search history might serve to incriminate women or those who help them in states that opt to ban abortion as states move to restrict or ban the procedure after the Supreme Court's landmark reversal. Centre for Democracy and Technology president Alexandra Reeve Givens told news agency AFP "This decision opens the door to law enforcement and private bounty hunters seeking vast amounts of private data." Tech giants such as Meta and Google, which have come forward to help female employees relocate and sponsor travel to abortion clinics in different states, track their users in order to sell ultra-targeted and personalized advertising space. × With a warrant, the information is accessible to authorities and can be misued as a data dragnet weaponised against women seeking abortions and those helping them. Eight US states have already banned abortion after the Supreme Court ruling gave them the freedom to do so by overturning Roe v. Wade. Over 40 US Democratic lawmakers have written a letter to Google chief executive Sundar Pichai warning him about the risks posed by its data practices and urging changes. Also see | From automatic bans to complex patchwork: Abortion access threatened in half of US states Demanding that Google get rid of location data that could be "weaponised against abortion patients and doctors," nonprofit digital rights group Fight For The Future echoed the legislators' plea in an online petition. From text messages to emails, data from apps, especially those used to track menstrual cycles, can hold significant pregnancy-related data. In light of the Supreme Court ruling, company behind an app called Natural Cycles which lets women track fertility is working on letting users remain completely anonymous. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

Roe v. Wade overturned: SCOTUS ruling spurs online data fears

From automatic bans to complex patchwork: Abortion access threatened in half of US states

The US Supreme Court struck down its historic Roe V Wade judgment, endangering the abortion rights of 36 million American women. How will the verdict change America's abortion laws? Can states find a workaround? Palki Sharma tells you.

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<p>The reversal of Roe v Wade by the United States Supreme Court has created a lot of mixed feelings in the United States. The decision was welcomed by the conservatives and Republicans while the removal of abortion rights resulted to a number of protests around the country. The ruling by justice Clarence Thomas also allowed a sneak peek into the topics that can be up for debate in the aftermath of this ruling. According to the ruling, he suggested that in the future, the Supreme Court can be looking into issues like contraception access, marriage equality and even LGBTQ rights.</p>

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<p>“In future cases, we should reconsider all of this court’s substantive due process precedents, including Griswold, Lawrence, and Obergefell,” Thomas wrote in his concurring opinion.</p>

<p>In Lawrence v Texas in 2003, the states could not criminalise sodomy while in Griswold v Connecticut in 1965, the Supreme Court ruled that a married couple can exercise their right to use contraception without any government interference. In 2005, Obergefell v Hodges established the right for same-sex couples to marry. These are mainly the cases mentioned by Justice Thomas in his notes.</p>

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<p>While Justice Samuel Alito said that the decision to reverse Roe v Wade will not have any impact on other major precent cases, it was dismissed by the three liberal judges in the court.</p>

<p>“Either the mass of the majority’s opinion is hypocrisy or additional constitutional rights are under threat,” the liberal justices wrote according to The Guardian. “It is one or the other.”</p>

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The reversal of Roe v Wade by the United States Supreme Court has created a lot of mixed feelings in the United States. The decision was welcomed by the conservatives and Republicans while the removal of abortion rights resulted to a number of protests around the country.

The reversal of Roe v Wade by the United States Supreme Court has created a lot of mixed feelings in the United States. The decision was welcomed by the conservatives and Republicans while the removal of abortion rights resulted to a number of protests around the country. The ruling by justice Clarence Thomas also allowed a sneak peek into the topics that can be up for debate in the aftermath of this ruling. According to the ruling, he suggested that in the future, the Supreme Court can be looking into issues like contraception access, marriage equality and even LGBTQ rights. Also read | US plane's Taiwan Strait flyover ‘endangered peace and stability’: China “In future cases, we should reconsider all of this court’s substantive due process precedents, including Griswold, Lawrence, and Obergefell,” Thomas wrote in his concurring opinion. In Lawrence v Texas in 2003, the states could not criminalise sodomy while in Griswold v Connecticut in 1965, the Supreme Court ruled that a married couple can exercise their right to use contraception without any government interference. In 2005, Obergefell v Hodges established the right for same-sex couples to marry. These are mainly the cases mentioned by Justice Thomas in his notes. Also read | Roe vs Wade overturned: Vatican, US Bishops praise Supreme Court decision While Justice Samuel Alito said that the decision to reverse Roe v Wade will not have any impact on other major precent cases, it was dismissed by the three liberal judges in the court. “Either the mass of the majority’s opinion is hypocrisy or additional constitutional rights are under threat,” the liberal justices wrote according to The Guardian. “It is one or the other.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>After a leaked draft showed that the US Supreme Court could overturns Roe v. Wade, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a legislation that protects patients getting abortions and medical professionals.</p>

<p>The measures in the legislation, which take effect immediately, will provide protection from legal retaliation by other states that restrict the procedure.</p>

<p>With the final ruling by Supreme Court regarding an abortion ban expected shortly, the New York legislation allows providers and patients to file claims against anyone who tries to bring charges against them.</p>

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<p>This is contrary to the new anti-abortion laws in some conservative states that allow private citizens to sue anyone who aids or abets an abortion.</p>

<p>Prohibiting law enforcement from cooperating with anti-abortion states' investigations into New York abortions, the new legislation does not allow state courts to cooperate in civil or criminal lawsuits stemming from abortions that take place legally in New York,</p>

<p>After signing the legislation, Hochul said in a news conference "This legislation is just one more way we say that New York is leading and will always stand up against attacks on our bodily autonomy."</p>

<p>"I refuse to go backwards. Make no mistake, this is not just an attack on reproductive health and freedom. It's an attack on the very values that make New York what it is. And that's why, with the stroke of a pen, I will say, 'Not here, not in New York, not ever.'"</p>

<p>New York, which is one of several liberal states expected to become a more frequent destination for out-of-state abortion patients, has long been a haven for abortion access.</p>

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After a leaked draft showed that the US Supreme Court could overturns Roe v. Wade, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a legislation that protects patients getting abortions and medical professionals.

After a leaked draft showed that the US Supreme Court could overturns Roe v. Wade, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a legislation that protects patients getting abortions and medical professionals. The measures in the legislation, which take effect immediately, will provide protection from legal retaliation by other states that restrict the procedure. With the final ruling by Supreme Court regarding an abortion ban expected shortly, the New York legislation allows providers and patients to file claims against anyone who tries to bring charges against them. This is contrary to the new anti-abortion laws in some conservative states that allow private citizens to sue anyone who aids or abets an abortion. Prohibiting law enforcement from cooperating with anti-abortion states' investigations into New York abortions, the new legislation does not allow state courts to cooperate in civil or criminal lawsuits stemming from abortions that take place legally in New York, After signing the legislation, Hochul said in a news conference "This legislation is just one more way we say that New York is leading and will always stand up against attacks on our bodily autonomy." "I refuse to go backwards. Make no mistake, this is not just an attack on reproductive health and freedom. It's an attack on the very values that make New York what it is. And that's why, with the stroke of a pen, I will say, 'Not here, not in New York, not ever.'" New York, which is one of several liberal states expected to become a more frequent destination for out-of-state abortion patients, has long been a haven for abortion access. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

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<p>Activists in the United States have expressed concern that rolling back abortion rights can act as a threat to gay marriage.</p>

<p>They believe that if America's Supreme Court overturns the 1973 landmark Roe v. Wade decision, it can have implications beyond abortion.</p>

<p>With the Republican Party already targetting the participation of transgender athletes in sports, activists fear conservatives will set their sights on other constitutional freedoms, starting with same-sex unions.</p>

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<p>According to Katherine Franke, professor at Columbia University's Center for Gender and Sexuality Law, "The results of this case, if this opinion is actually the final opinion, will unravel constitutional rights that generations of Americans have taken for granted."</p>

<p>"Its limits are hard to anticipate," she added.</p>

<p>Granting constitutional rights to "all unborn children from the moment of fertilisation," Republican lawmakers in Louisiana have advanced a bill that would abolish abortion in the state.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Democrats are asking voters in California and Vermont to enshrine abortion rights in their constitutions to expand and protect abortion access in more liberal states.</p>

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<p>Politico had leaked a draft ruling of the US Supreme Court that said it could roll back half a century of abortion rights.</p>

<p>Justice Samuel Alito's argued in his draft majority opinion that the right to abortion was not protected by the constitution as it is not "deeply rooted in this Nation's history and tradition."</p>

<p>Although the 14th amendment of the US Constitution does not mention specific rights but has been widely referenced by courts over the years in granting certain fundamental rights.</p>

<p>From allowing the use of contraception in the 1960s to legalising same-sex marriage, it has been used for ensuring equality and better healthcare when the court had a liberal majority.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Arthur Leonard, an expert on equality law at New York Law School, told AFP "If anything like Alito's opinion turns out to be the final opinion of the court, it does open the door for people who want to attack same-sex marriage or gay sex in new cases."</p>

<p>But after the appointment of three members by ex-president Donald Trump, conservative justices have a 6-3 majority in the Supreme Court.</p>

<p>Leonard believes they will be tempted to undo rights that conservatives believe have long vexed the religious right in America.</p>

<p>"Marriage is a status that's recognized in society and entitles you to rights, benefits, etc," he added.</p>

<p>Trevon Mayers, senior director at New York City-based LGBTQ advocacy group The Center, told AFP "We're definitely worried."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The leaked draft of the court's opinion suggests that conservative members are emboldened by their majority, and may also be prepared to roll back other hard-fought fundamental rights.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Systems of power, including our courts and elected officials, need to focus on ensuring all people have access to the health care that they need, rather than the opposite," he added.</p>

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Activists in the United States have expressed concern that rolling back abortion rights can act as a threat to gay marriage. They believe that if America's Supreme Court overturns the 1973 landmark Roe v. Wade decision, it can have implications beyond abortion. With the Republican Party already targetting the participation of transgender athletes in sports, activists fear conservatives will set their sights on other constitutional freedoms, starting with same-sex unions. According to Katherine Franke, professor at Columbia University's Center for Gender and Sexuality Law, "The results of this case, if this opinion is actually the final opinion, will unravel constitutional rights that generations of Americans have taken for granted." "Its limits are hard to anticipate," she added. Granting constitutional rights to "all unborn children from the moment of fertilisation," Republican lawmakers in Louisiana have advanced a bill that would abolish abortion in the state. Meanwhile, Democrats are asking voters in California and Vermont to enshrine abortion rights in their constitutions to expand and protect abortion access in more liberal states. I believe that a woman’s right to choose is fundamental. Roe has been the law of the land for almost fifty years, and basic fairness and the stability of our law demand that it not be overturned. We will be ready when any ruling is issued. — Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) May 3, 2022 × Politico had leaked a draft ruling of the US Supreme Court that said it could roll back half a century of abortion rights. Justice Samuel Alito's argued in his draft majority opinion that the right to abortion was not protected by the constitution as it is not "deeply rooted in this Nation's history and tradition." Although the 14th amendment of the US Constitution does not mention specific rights but has been widely referenced by courts over the years in granting certain fundamental rights. From allowing the use of contraception in the 1960s to legalising same-sex marriage, it has been used for ensuring equality and better healthcare when the court had a liberal majority. Also see | Pro-choice protesters gather in front of US Supreme Court against the leaked abortion draft Arthur Leonard, an expert on equality law at New York Law School, told AFP "If anything like Alito's opinion turns out to be the final opinion of the court, it does open the door for people who want to attack same-sex marriage or gay sex in new cases." But after the appointment of three members by ex-president Donald Trump, conservative justices have a 6-3 majority in the Supreme Court. Leonard believes they will be tempted to undo rights that conservatives believe have long vexed the religious right in America. "Marriage is a status that's recognized in society and entitles you to rights, benefits, etc," he added. Trevon Mayers, senior director at New York City-based LGBTQ advocacy group The Center, told AFP "We're definitely worried." "The leaked draft of the court's opinion suggests that conservative members are emboldened by their majority, and may also be prepared to roll back other hard-fought fundamental rights. "Systems of power, including our courts and elected officials, need to focus on ensuring all people have access to the health care that they need, rather than the opposite," he added. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: Decode the geostrategy, diplomacy, and ideologies of the world's unending wars. Catch our special series World at War every Saturday at 8:30 PM IST and Sunday at 10:30 PM IST only on WION.

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<p>The hacking group Anonymous has warned the United States Supreme Court against overturning the famous Roe v. Wade decision, claiming that if it does, it would "get burned."</p>

<p>Anonymous said the Supreme Court and Republicans should "expect" vengeance if they overturn the Roe vs Wade ruling in a tweet released Tuesday.</p>

<p>In 1973, the Supreme Court declared that governments lacked the authority to prohibit abortions and that a woman's right to terminate her pregnancy in the first three months of pregnancy was unalienable.</p>

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<p>"Repealing Roe v Wade isn't going to go the way SCOTUS or the GOP thinks it's going to go. Play with fire, get burned. Don't say we didn't warn you," the hacking collective wrote. "Expect us."</p>

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<p>An first draft majority opinion prepared by Justice Samuel Alito about Roe v. Wade was released Monday, prompting Anonymous' warning. The court opted to overturn the 1973 ruling, according to the draft opinion.</p>

<p>It's unclear how the draft opinion originally made its way around the courtroom. Chief Justice John Roberts, on the other hand, said the leak would be investigated, calling the incident a "egregious violation" of trust.</p>


The hacking group Anonymous has warned the United States Supreme Court against overturning the famous Roe v. Wade decision, claiming that if it does, it would "get burned.

The hacking group Anonymous has warned the United States Supreme Court against overturning the famous Roe v. Wade decision, claiming that if it does, it would "get burned." Anonymous said the Supreme Court and Republicans should "expect" vengeance if they overturn the Roe vs Wade ruling in a tweet released Tuesday. In 1973, the Supreme Court declared that governments lacked the authority to prohibit abortions and that a woman's right to terminate her pregnancy in the first three months of pregnancy was unalienable. Also read | US Supreme Court abortion ruling leak row: What really is the issue? "Repealing Roe v Wade isn't going to go the way SCOTUS or the GOP thinks it's going to go. Play with fire, get burned. Don't say we didn't warn you," the hacking collective wrote. "Expect us." Repealing Roe v Wade isn't going to go the way SCOTUS or the GOP thinks it's going to go. Play with fire, get burned. Don't say we didn't warn you. Expect us. — Anonymous (@YourAnonNews) May 3, 2022 × An first draft majority opinion prepared by Justice Samuel Alito about Roe v. Wade was released Monday, prompting Anonymous' warning. The court opted to overturn the 1973 ruling, according to the draft opinion. It's unclear how the draft opinion originally made its way around the courtroom. Chief Justice John Roberts, on the other hand, said the leak would be investigated, calling the incident a "egregious violation" of trust.

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<p>The US Supreme Court rekindled America's decades-long struggle over abortion rights on Tuesday, confirming that a leaked draft opinion indicating that a majority of the nine justices would soon repeal the right was genuine.</p>

<p>The 1973 decision was regarded as "egregiously erroneous from the outset" in the document made by Justice Samuel Alito.</p>

<p>As Democrats in Washington and statehouses hurried to devise a response to safeguard a privilege that women in the United States have held for nearly half a century, President Joe Biden slammed the expected move as "extreme."</p>

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<p>Protesters rallied in places across the United States under the banner "off our bodies."</p>

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<p>Thousands of people turned out in New York City for an abortion-rights march, one of the largest in the country as Americans awoke to political and social turmoil months before the legislative midterm elections.</p>

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<p>Protests were held or planned in cities across the United States, including Atlanta, Denver, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles, as the national Women's March urged supporters to bring their families and signs to "courthouses and federal buildings everywhere," using the hashtag #BansOffOurBodies on social media.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, anti-abortion demonstrators dominated the early-morning protests, beating drums and yelling over megaphones, "Pro-choice is a lie, babies never choose to die," and "Abortion is violence, abortion is tyranny."</p>

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The US Supreme Court rekindled America's decades-long struggle over abortion rights on Tuesday, confirming that a leaked draft opinion indicating that a majority of the nine justices would soon repeal the right was genuine.

The US Supreme Court rekindled America's decades-long struggle over abortion rights on Tuesday, confirming that a leaked draft opinion indicating that a majority of the nine justices would soon repeal the right was genuine. The 1973 decision was regarded as "egregiously erroneous from the outset" in the document made by Justice Samuel Alito. As Democrats in Washington and statehouses hurried to devise a response to safeguard a privilege that women in the United States have held for nearly half a century, President Joe Biden slammed the expected move as "extreme." Also read | US Supreme Court abortion ruling leak row: What really is the issue? Protesters rallied in places across the United States under the banner "off our bodies." Read | Leaked draft shows US Supreme Court set to strike down abortion rights: Politico Thousands of people turned out in New York City for an abortion-rights march, one of the largest in the country as Americans awoke to political and social turmoil months before the legislative midterm elections. Watch | Gravitas: US top court is set to overturn abortion rights, reveals leaked document Protests were held or planned in cities across the United States, including Atlanta, Denver, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles, as the national Women's March urged supporters to bring their families and signs to "courthouses and federal buildings everywhere," using the hashtag #BansOffOurBodies on social media. Meanwhile, anti-abortion demonstrators dominated the early-morning protests, beating drums and yelling over megaphones, "Pro-choice is a lie, babies never choose to die," and "Abortion is violence, abortion is tyranny." WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

'Off our bodies': Abortion-rights protesters rally in US, spurred by draft Supreme Court opinion

<p>The leak is out, and according to it, the US Supreme Court has voted to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion decision from 1973, which preserves women's rights to abortion in the United States.</p>

<p>The leaked draft of a majority judgement, which Politico published on Monday and the Supreme Court certified as legitimate on Tuesday morning, is not the final decision.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It's possible that this will change in the future months.</p>

<p>However, five of the Supreme Court's nine justices agree with Mississippi, which brought the matter before the court, and favour overturning the landmark decision. If that happens, abortion may be made illegal in at least 13 states, and possibly as many as 26.</p>

<p>As a result, hundreds of thousands of people in 26 states opposed to abortion would be forced to seek abortion elsewhere, either by driving hundreds of miles to an abortion clinic or by self-medicating with drugs obtained from grassroots or illegal groups.</p>

<p>The leaked view has re-ignited debate on a topic that has shaped US politics for decades. Let's take a look at what it's all about:</p>

<p><strong>What is the case of Roe v Wade?</strong></p>

<p>The Supreme Court decided in Roe v Wade in 1973 that the right to an abortion is guaranteed under the US constitution.</p>

<p>While abortion is not specifically mentioned in the constitution, the justices ruled that it is protected under the rights to privacy guaranteed by the constitution's guarantees of liberty, particularly the ninth and 14th amendments, the latter of which prohibits a state from depriving "any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law."</p>

<p><strong>Is it possible to overturn it?</strong></p>

<p>With a fresh ruling, a Supreme Court decision can be overturned.</p>

<p>However, such verdicts are uncommon, as most justices are hesitant to depart from the principle of stare decisis, or following precedent.</p>

<p>According to a Quartz analysis, it happened only 161 times in over 9,000 judgements between 1946 and 2020.</p>

<p>Senator Susan Collins testified at Kavanaugh's confirmation hearing that conservative justice Brett Kavanaugh informed her in a closed-door meeting that Roe v Wade was "established law." Kavanaugh was one of the justices who voted in favour of the draft opinion overturning the decision.</p>

<p><strong>How did Roe v Wade come about?</strong></p>

<p>Jane Roe, later identified as Norma McCorvey, was a Texas mother who sought an abortion after becoming pregnant with her third child.</p>

<p>At the time, Texas state law prohibited the procedure unless the woman's life was in danger.</p>

<p>She filed a lawsuit against the government. Meanwhile, Texas Attorney General Henry Wade fought Roe for the state, earning the case the name "Roe v Wade."</p>

<p>McCorvey's lawsuit was one of many brought by pro-abortion rights groups around the country, and it went through multiple hearings and appeals before reaching the Supreme Court.</p>

<p>The court ruled with a 7-2 majority that the Texas law was unconstitutional.</p>

<p>By that time, Roe had already given birth to her third child, but the Supreme Court decided to proceed with the case, ruling her challenge was “capable of repetition” and therefore overcame the “mootness doctrine”.</p>

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The leak is out, and according to it, the US Supreme Court has voted to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion decision from 1973, which preserves women's rights to abortion in the United States.

The leak is out, and according to it, the US Supreme Court has voted to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion decision from 1973, which preserves women's rights to abortion in the United States. The leaked draft of a majority judgement, which Politico published on Monday and the Supreme Court certified as legitimate on Tuesday morning, is not the final decision. It's possible that this will change in the future months. However, five of the Supreme Court's nine justices agree with Mississippi, which brought the matter before the court, and favour overturning the landmark decision. If that happens, abortion may be made illegal in at least 13 states, and possibly as many as 26. As a result, hundreds of thousands of people in 26 states opposed to abortion would be forced to seek abortion elsewhere, either by driving hundreds of miles to an abortion clinic or by self-medicating with drugs obtained from grassroots or illegal groups. The leaked view has re-ignited debate on a topic that has shaped US politics for decades. Let's take a look at what it's all about: What is the case of Roe v Wade? The Supreme Court decided in Roe v Wade in 1973 that the right to an abortion is guaranteed under the US constitution. While abortion is not specifically mentioned in the constitution, the justices ruled that it is protected under the rights to privacy guaranteed by the constitution's guarantees of liberty, particularly the ninth and 14th amendments, the latter of which prohibits a state from depriving "any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law." Is it possible to overturn it? With a fresh ruling, a Supreme Court decision can be overturned. However, such verdicts are uncommon, as most justices are hesitant to depart from the principle of stare decisis, or following precedent. According to a Quartz analysis, it happened only 161 times in over 9,000 judgements between 1946 and 2020. Senator Susan Collins testified at Kavanaugh's confirmation hearing that conservative justice Brett Kavanaugh informed her in a closed-door meeting that Roe v Wade was "established law." Kavanaugh was one of the justices who voted in favour of the draft opinion overturning the decision. How did Roe v Wade come about? Jane Roe, later identified as Norma McCorvey, was a Texas mother who sought an abortion after becoming pregnant with her third child. At the time, Texas state law prohibited the procedure unless the woman's life was in danger. She filed a lawsuit against the government. Meanwhile, Texas Attorney General Henry Wade fought Roe for the state, earning the case the name "Roe v Wade." McCorvey's lawsuit was one of many brought by pro-abortion rights groups around the country, and it went through multiple hearings and appeals before reaching the Supreme Court. The court ruled with a 7-2 majority that the Texas law was unconstitutional. By that time, Roe had already given birth to her third child, but the Supreme Court decided to proceed with the case, ruling her challenge was “capable of repetition” and therefore overcame the “mootness doctrine”. WATCH WION LIVE HERE Decode the geostrategy, diplomacy, and ideologies of the world’s unending wars. Catch our special series ‘World at War’ every Saturday at 8:30 PM IST and Sunday at 10:30 PM IST only on WION.

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