The Megyn Kelly Show Hysteria Over Abortion Next Steps, and Personal Liberty, with Gov. Kristi Noem and Jim Geraghty | Ep. 346
Jun 28, 2022
Gov. Kristi Noem, South Dakota's 33rd governor and author, shares insights on the Supreme Court's impact on abortion rights and describes her pro-life stance. She reflects on personal freedoms and the handling of COVID-19 in her state. Joining her is Jim Geraghty, a political correspondent at National Review, who critiques proposals like building abortion clinics on federal land and discusses the left's push to challenge Supreme Court legitimacy. Together, they navigate the tumultuous landscape of current political and social issues.
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South Dakota's Trigger Law
- South Dakota's trigger law, passed in 2005, bans abortions except to save the mother's life.
- Governor Noem highlighted the law's focus on prosecuting doctors, not women.
Abortion Numbers in South Dakota
- Few abortions were performed in South Dakota even before the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
- Planned Parenthood's only facility in the state stopped abortions weeks prior.
Pro-Choice Anger and Fetal Interests
- Megyn Kelly questions the anger on the pro-choice side, highlighting the lack of discussion about the fetus's potential life.
- She emphasizes the undeniable interests of the fetus as the pregnancy progresses.
