Supreme Court Upholds Access to Abortion Pill, Biden Criticizes Republican Attacks on Reproductive Rights
The US Supreme Court has made a decisive 9-0 ruling in favor of maintaining access to the abortion pill, mifepristone, used in over 60% of abortions in the country. This decision marks a significant victory for reproductive rights, especially in a political climate where attacks on abortion access are prevalent.
The ruling overturns a lower court’s decision that sought to restrict access to the drug, with the FDA having previously taken steps to ease its prescription and distribution. The decision comes amidst a broader debate on abortion rights, particularly as the landmark Roe v Wade ruling faces challenges from a conservative-dominated Supreme Court.
President Joe Biden welcomed the ruling, emphasizing the importance of women’s access to necessary healthcare. He condemned Republican efforts to limit abortion rights, calling them part of an “extreme and dangerous agenda.” The Supreme Court’s decision underscores the ongoing battle over reproductive freedom in the US, with Democrats and Republicans taking opposing stances on the issue.