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The New Abortion Fight Before the Supreme Court

May 1, 2024
Pam Belluck, a health and science reporter for The New York Times, and Abbie VanSickle, a Supreme Court reporter, delve into the contentious legal battles surrounding abortion rights. They discuss the Biden administration's challenge to Idaho's strict abortion law under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). The conversation unveils the potential ramifications for women's health and the ongoing tug-of-war between state and federal authority as various states impose new abortion bans. Their insights shed light on the Supreme Court's significant role in shaping the future of abortion law.
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  • The Biden administration creatively uses the M.Tala law to challenge state abortion bans, expanding the abortion debate.
  • The Idaho vs. Biden case at the Supreme Court reveals the clash between state autonomy in abortion laws and federal intervention.

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Biden Administration Using M.Tala for Abortion Rights

The Biden administration is challenging Idaho's abortion ban by leveraging the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (M.Tala) in an unexpected manner. While the Dobbs case removed the constitutional right to abortion, leaving states the authority to enforce abortion laws, the federal government is exploring ways to intervene. By utilizing M.Tala, a law initially focused on emergency room medical care, the Biden administration aims to combat stringent state abortion bans, notably targeting Idaho's restrictive legislation.

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