Latest "abortion" stories

Legal, security fears loom as VA begins performing abortions

Last week VA staffers performed the first abortion at a department medical facility under new authorities.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

Women rights activists hold up signs as they gather at Freedom Plaza for a pre-march rally of the annual Womens March October 2, 2021 in Washington, DC.

It’s time for equitable reproductive rights for women veterans

The VA recently said it will start providing abortions in certain circumstances, even in states where it's illegal or restricted.

By Rep. Julia Brownley and Rep. Mark Takano

3 months ago

Republicans threaten lawsuits, budget penalties over VA abortion move

The department has said it will offer abortions in cases of rape, incest and threats to a veterans' life or health.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

On abortion, American service women deserve better

Commentary: "DoD still hasn't addressed the concerns service members have about the Supreme Court’s abortion decision."

By Zej Moczydlowski

3 months ago

New federal protections on abortion access won’t change military policies

Military treatment facilities have completed fewer than 100 abortions in the past five calendar years, and only include cases related to rape, incest or pregnancies that would have killed the mother.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Pentagon ends blocking of abortion-related sites on computer networks

The Pentagon lifted a longstanding ban that prevented troops and civilians from searching for abortion-related term last month.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

5 months ago