ROE RECKONINGS: TRUMP’S WAR ON ABORTION RIGHTS JUST GOT WORSE

ROE RECKONINGS: TRUMP’S WAR ON ABORTION RIGHTS JUST GOT WORSE

Just when we thought it couldn’t get worse, the Trump administration proves us wrong. This week, they dropped their lawsuit against Idaho’s abortion ban and doubled down on supporting South Carolina’s plan to defund Planned Parenthood. Surprise! These aren’t just small moves; they’re the latest in a long line of attacks on abortion access—and it’s getting ugly.

TRUMP SIDES WITH IDAHO TO BLOCK LIFE-SAVING ABORTIONS

The federal government’s withdrawal from the lawsuit against Idaho’s abortion ban is a game changer. Idaho’s law criminalises doctors for performing abortions—even when a pregnancy threatens the patient’s life. The Biden administration had been challenging this, but now the feds are stepping back, signaling that they’re okay with people being forced to carry dangerous pregnancies to term. Let that sink in. The Associated Press has the full breakdown.

Meanwhile, in South Carolina, Trump’s pals are cutting off Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood. So, forget about just abortion—this is a full-scale assault on reproductive healthcare, from contraception to cancer screenings.

PARDONS FOR CLINIC BLOCKADERS: A GREEN LIGHT FOR EXTREMISTS

Trump’s pardoning of anti-abortion extremists is a bold move. These aren’t peaceful protestors; they’ve been obstructing clinics and harassing patients. And now, they’re back at it. With Trump’s backing, these extremists feel empowered, pushing their agenda further. Herb Geraghty, who was convicted for invading a clinic in Washington DC, is already calling on others to escalate their actions. Expect chaos.

WISCONSIN SUPREME COURT ELECTION: THE FIGHT FOR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS

While Trump’s been busy at the federal level, a crucial battle is brewing in Wisconsin. The state’s Supreme Court could decide the future of abortion access in the state—and it’s all coming down to one election. If anti-choice candidate Brad Schimel wins, Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban could be upheld, wiping out access entirely.

SEXISM AND ATTACKS ON WOMEN JUSTICES

Schimel’s not just gunning for abortion rights—he’s throwing sexist jabs at female justices. He’s claimed they’re “too emotional” to rule fairly on abortion cases, but his comments are just another attack on women in leadership. The court’s women justices weren’t having it, quickly responding and calling out Schimel’s blatant sexism.

STATE-LEVEL ATTACKS: KANSAS and WEST VIRGINIA

Kansas and West Virginia are jumping on the bandwagon to roll back abortion rights. Kansas Republicans are plotting to stack the state’s Supreme Court with conservative judges to overturn abortion protections, while in West Virginia, the Republican Party, is pushing to eliminate even the state’s narrow rape and incest exceptions.

WHAT’S AT STAKE: WE’RE NOT BACKING DOWN

The strategy is clear: Ban abortion at the state level, stack courts with anti-choice judges, and embolden extremists to terrorise providers. The anti-abortion movement may be relentless, but so are we.