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politics2 years ago

"Texas Woman in High-Profile Abortion Case to Attend State of the Union"

Kate Cox, the Texas woman at the center of a high-profile abortion case, will attend the State of the Union address in March as a guest of first lady Jill Biden. President Joe Biden and the first lady called Cox to hear about her experience and invited her to attend the address, thanking her for her courage in sharing her story and speaking out about the impact of the extreme abortion ban in Texas. Cox sought a court order to terminate her pregnancy due to a rare chromosomal disorder, but the Texas Supreme Court ruled against her. Biden has announced new initiatives on abortion rights and called on Congress to pass laws to restore protections to reproductive rights that existed under Roe v. Wade.

via NBC News|
#abortion-rights#joe-biden#kate-cox
reproductive-rights2 years ago

Texas Abortion Ban Sparks Legal Battle Over Life-Threatening Situations

Kate Cox's experience highlights the challenges faced by individuals seeking abortions in Texas under the state's strict abortion ban. Despite experiencing a fatal diagnosis for her fetus and facing potential infertility, Cox was denied an abortion due to ambiguous language surrounding the exceptions to the law. The Texas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's emergency order granting Cox an abortion, claiming she did not meet the state's requirements. The ruling provided little clarity on the interpretation of the law, leaving individuals and doctors uncertain about when an abortion is warranted. Cox ultimately had to leave the state to seek care. This case underscores the need for clearer language and protections for medical exceptions in anti-abortion laws.

via The Independent|
#abortion#kate-cox#medical-exceptions
politics2 years ago

2024 GOP Candidates' Stance on Texas Abortion Case Reveals Party's Vulnerability

Republican presidential candidates have responded to the Texas Supreme Court's ruling denying Kate Cox an abortion after she learned of her fetus' fatal diagnosis. Chris Christie criticized the court's decision, while other candidates like Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley called for empathy but refrained from directly judging the ruling. Former President Donald Trump has not commented on the case, but has criticized state-level abortion restrictions in the past. President Joe Biden blamed Republicans for the situation and condemned the court's decision. Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy emphasized that such issues should be addressed by the states, focusing on paternal responsibility. Top Texas officials, including Governor Greg Abbott and Senator Ted Cruz, have remained largely silent on the matter.

via ABC News|
#gop-candidates#kate-cox#politics
politics2 years ago

"Texas Abortion Case Highlights GOP's Defense Dilemma"

Republicans are struggling to defend the draconian abortion laws in Texas that forced Kate Cox to flee the state in order to terminate a potentially deadly pregnancy. Cox, whose fetus was diagnosed with a deadly genetic condition, became the first woman to sue Texas for an exemption from the state's near-total ban on abortions in life-threatening conditions during pregnancy. Republican lawmakers, including Ted Cruz and John Cornyn, avoided directly addressing Cox's situation, highlighting the GOP's struggle to reconcile their commitment to anti-abortion policies with the real-world consequences faced by women. The case exposes the party's inability to defend their own laws and may impact their chances for reelection in vulnerable districts.

via Rolling Stone|
#abortion-laws#kate-cox#politics
legal2 years ago

Texas Supreme Court Justices Deny Kate Cox's Abortion Case Appeal

The Texas Supreme Court denied Kate Cox's request for an abortion under the state's restrictive ban, despite her fetus being diagnosed with a rare chromosomal abnormality that could lead to severe disabilities. Cox's lawyers stated that she had left the state to get an abortion elsewhere. The justices ruled that the law does not require doctors to wait until the mother's life is in immediate danger or her impairment is irreversible. The article provides information about each of the Texas Supreme Court justices who ruled in Cox's case.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#abortion#kate-cox#legal
politics2 years ago

"Ted Cruz's Silence on Texas Woman's Abortion Battle Amplifies Public Outrage"

Ted Cruz, known for his outspokenness on various issues, has refused to comment on Texas's treatment of Kate Cox, a woman who had to leave the state to obtain a medically necessary abortion due to a restrictive law. Despite his previous involvement in reproductive matters, Cruz's silence likely stems from the negative optics surrounding Texas's stance on abortion and its potential impact on his reelection chances. Cox's request for an abortion was initially granted by a judge, but the Texas Supreme Court blocked the ruling after an appeal by the state attorney general. Cox has since left the state to undergo the procedure elsewhere.

via Vanity Fair|
#abortion#kate-cox#politics
politics2 years ago

GOP Candidates Dodge Questions on Texas Abortion Case, Leaving Voters in the Dark

Republican presidential candidates, including Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, and Chris Christie, have avoided directly addressing the Texas abortion case involving Kate Cox, a woman who was denied an abortion despite her fetus having a fatal genetic condition. DeSantis described the situation as "difficult" but did not defend Texas officials, while Haley expressed support for states that ban abortions without stating her opinion on Cox's case. Christie criticized the Texas Supreme Court's decision and called for candidates to address the issue directly. The avoidance of the Cox case highlights the political challenge Republicans face in a post-Roe v. Wade world, as they continue to push antiabortion policies despite recent electoral defeats.

via The Washington Post|
#antiabortion-platforms#gop-candidates#kate-cox
reproductive-rights2 years ago

"Texas Abortion Case Exposes Republican Agenda: Judges as Women's Controllers"

The Texas Supreme Court ruled against Kate Cox's petition to have a health-preserving abortion in Texas, even though she had already made the decision to leave the state for the procedure. Cox, who was 20 weeks pregnant and had a fetus with Trisomy 18, believed she qualified for the narrow exception to the three overlapping abortion bans in Texas. The court's ruling puts responsibility on doctors to determine when a woman's medical circumstances warrant an exception, but critics argue that the exception doesn't exist at all. The case highlights the legal option of leaving Texas for an abortion, the implications of the ruling, the challenges faced by Texas doctors, and the lack of clarity in the state's abortion laws.

via NPR|
#abortion#center-for-reproductive-rights#kate-cox
reproductive-rights2 years ago

Texas Abortion Laws Challenged: Kate Cox's Case and the Trisomy 18 Dilemma

Kate Cox, a Dallas mother, challenged Texas' strict abortion laws after receiving a lethal fetal diagnosis. Despite a court order allowing her to terminate her non-viable pregnancy, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened hospitals and appealed to the state's highest court to block the abortion. The Texas Supreme Court ruled against Cox, stating she did not qualify for an abortion under the medical exception to the law. The court acknowledged the need for more guidance for doctors to interpret the laws. This case highlights the extent to which Texas is willing to enforce its abortion laws and the power of state supreme courts in shaping reproductive rights.

via The Texas Tribune|
#abortion-laws#kate-cox#medical-exemption
opinion2 years ago

"Supreme Court of Texas Upholds Kate Cox and Texas' Controversial Abortion Law"

The poorly written and vague abortion law in Texas is causing legal chaos and denying women like Kate Cox the ability to make difficult medical decisions on their own terms. The law lacks clear exceptions for cases of rape or incest and leaves the interpretation of the medical exception up to the courts. This patchwork of state laws reflects the failure of Congress to address the issue and highlights the need for a national understanding and federal law that balances the moral complexities of abortion while providing legal access in the early stages of pregnancy.

via The Dallas Morning News|
#abortion#kate-cox#medical-exception
politics2 years ago

"Ann Coulter Criticizes Pro-Life Movement Amid Texas' Abortion Controversy"

Conservative pundit Ann Coulter expressed support for Kate Cox, a woman who was denied an abortion in Texas due to the state's strict anti-abortion laws. Coulter criticized the pro-life movement, stating that it has shifted from compassion for the child to cruelty towards the mother. Cox sought an abortion after learning her fetus had a fatal genetic condition, trisomy 18. The Texas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision that would have allowed Cox to obtain an abortion under the state's "medical emergency" exception. Coulter's support for Cox marks a departure from her usual conservative stance on abortion.

via The Daily Beast|
#abortion-rights#ann-coulter#kate-cox
politics2 years ago

"Texas Abortion Case Puts GOP Presidential Candidates in the Spotlight"

GOP presidential candidates were forced to address the controversial case of Kate Cox in Texas, where she was denied an abortion despite her developing fetus having a rare chromosomal disorder with health risks. While none of the candidates outright disagreed with Texas' decision, they also didn't defend the state's politicians. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley called for more compassion, emphasizing the need to humanize the situation. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the six-week abortion ban he signed, highlighting exceptions for rape, incest, and fatal fetal abnormalities. Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson emphasized the responsibility of doctors in determining the risk to the mother's life. The Cox case has put some GOP politicians in uncomfortable positions as they try to navigate a losing issue for them at the polls.

via NBC News|
#abortion#gop-candidates#kate-cox
reproductive-rights2 years ago

"Texas Supreme Court Denies Pregnant Woman's Abortion Request, Forces Her to Leave State"

The Texas Supreme Court rejected a Dallas-area woman named Kate Cox's request for an exception to the state's post-Roe antiabortion legislation. Cox, who was pregnant with a child diagnosed with a fatal genetic condition, pleaded for mercy, stating that she didn't want her daughter to suffer during what would likely be an exceptionally brief life. Despite severe health complications and her doctor's recommendation, the court denied the exception. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened legal action against any doctors or hospitals aiding Cox in obtaining an abortion. Cox eventually fled the state to seek abortion care elsewhere. The case highlights the heartless treatment of women seeking abortions in Texas.

via The Washington Post|
#abortion#kate-cox#medical-exception
reproductive-rights2 years ago

Texas Woman Denied Abortion by Sinister Court Decision

The Texas Supreme Court has ruled against Kate Cox, a woman seeking an abortion due to high-risk complications threatening her life and future fertility. While the court's opinion initially appears to protect patients like Cox, it denies her doctor the necessary court order to safely perform the procedure without facing prosecution or lawsuits. The court claims to leave the decision to physicians but fails to provide the legal protection needed. The court's refusal to enforce the law based on technicalities and the threats made by the state attorney general create a hostile environment for doctors and patients seeking medically necessary abortions. This tactic mirrors historical efforts to disenfranchise Black voters, and it undermines reproductive rights in Texas.

via Vox.com|
#abortion#kate-cox#legal-consequences
reproductive-rights2 years ago

The Fight for Reproductive Rights in Texas: Kate Cox's Story

Kate Cox, a Texas woman, was denied an abortion for her non-viable pregnancy due to the state's abortion ban. Cox's fetus had a chromosomal disorder and severe malformations, posing risks to her health and future fertility. Despite her public plea and deteriorating health, the Texas supreme court refused her request. Cox's case highlights the growing number of women seeking medical exemptions to terminate dangerous pregnancies and the need to expand access to abortion in such cases. This incremental strategy aims to challenge abortion bans and carve out larger loopholes for women facing medical emergencies. The way we discuss abortion has shifted, obscuring the erosion of women's dignity and freedom. Cox's case exemplifies the cruel treatment faced by women in states with restrictive abortion laws.

via The Guardian|
#abortion-ban#kate-cox#medically-futile-pregnancies