The US Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v Wade sparked legal battles in multiple states. Here's a snapshot of where America's abortion laws stand one week since the ruling.
says "just a handful of states" are going to have to take care of health of women across the country.Joe BidenMontanastopped providing medication abortions to patients who live in states with bans in place "to minimise potential risk for providers, health centre staff, and patientsMr Biden said the federal government would act to protect women who need to travel to get an abortion and ensure their access to medication in states where it's banned.
During a meeting with Democratic governors, Mr Biden described the ruling as "tragic" and warned that Republicans could try to enact a nationwide ban on abortion if they retake control of Congress.to codify Roe v Wade's protections into law.
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