The Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear a challenge to a Mississippi law banning nearly all abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy — even in cases of rape or incest. It’s the first time that Trump-appointed Justices Amy Coney Barrett, Brett Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch will preside over a major challenge to the court’s landmark 1973 ruling, Roe v. Wade. Oral arguments are set for the next term, which starts in October. A ruling is expected next year. Staci Fox of Planned Parenthood Southeast Advocates said in a statement, “We knew the day would come when that dangerous legislation would not only threaten the health, lives, and freedoms of Mississippians, but the entire country. That day is finally here.”
Supreme Court to Hear Mississippi Abortion Case in Major Challenge to Roe v. Wade
HeadlineMay 18, 2021