Morning Wire Supreme Court Allows Texas Pro-Life Law | Dec. 18, 2021
Dec 18, 2021
The Supreme Court's decision on the Texas pro-life law sparks intense debate, revealing divisions among political figures and activists. A former COVID task force member raises serious questions about leadership decisions being influenced by personal biases. Behind-the-scenes insights show the challenges of pandemic policy-making. Meanwhile, the NFL pushes its international expansion, aiming to grow its global audience, while facing scrutiny over its relationship with China amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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Texas Abortion Law Upheld
- The Supreme Court allowed the Texas Heartbeat Act to stay in effect.
- Abortion providers can sue licensing officials, not the state directly.
DOJ Challenge Dismissed
- The Supreme Court dismissed the Department of Justice's challenge against the Texas pro-life law.
- This effectively ends the federal government's lawsuit against the law.
Newsom's Response
- California Governor Gavin Newsom plans to use the Texas law's precedent.
- He aims to create a law allowing citizens to sue assault weapon manufacturers and sellers.
