What Next | Daily News and Analysis How the Supreme Court Could Gut Planned Parenthood
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Apr 2, 2025 
Ian Millhiser, a senior correspondent at Vox with a focus on courts and law, dives into the Supreme Court's consideration of Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood in South Carolina. He discusses the surprising journey this case took to reach the highest court despite legal precedents against defunding. The conversation touches on political influences affecting judicial decisions, the implications for healthcare access, and patients’ rights in the context of significant state actions. Millhiser unpacks the complexities of this legal battle and what it means for abortion rights.
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2018 Gubernatorial Debate
- In a 2018 South Carolina gubernatorial debate, the Democratic nominee criticized Governor McMaster's bid to defund Planned Parenthood.
- The nominee called it a "despicable act" and a political stunt that wouldn't survive in court.
McMaster's Maneuver
- Federal law guarantees Medicaid recipients the right to choose their healthcare provider.
- South Carolina Governor McMaster attempts to block Planned Parenthood funding by manipulating the definition of "qualified" provider.
Beyond Abortion Services
- South Carolina has a six-week abortion ban, yet McMaster's efforts extend beyond abortion services.
- The state aims to defund Planned Parenthood's provision of other healthcare services like well-woman care and birth control.