News by email Donate

Suggestions

Top Stories

Most Read

Popular Videos

Abortion rally picbanner.JPG
Reuters
Abortion rally pic.JPG
Reuters
USA News

Thousands march in US in protest at strict abortion law

by Donna Birrell

Tens of thousands of people have been taking part in rallies across the United States demanding continued access to abortion.

In Washington, thousands marched on the Supreme Court, which will decide the future of abortion rights in the United States over the next few months.

Pro-choice supporters fear a 1973 case, Roe v Wade, which legalised abortion in the US could be overturned by the conservative -controlled Supreme Court.

It comes after the state of Texas introduced a law last month banning terminations after six weeks, a point when many women don't know they are pregnant.

The law also gives any individual the right to sue doctors who perform an abortion past the six-week point.

Supporters say the law aims to protect the unborn and the issue has become one of the most polarizing in U.S. society.

Opponents cite religious beliefs about the sanctity of life, while abortion rights activists say that restrictions rob women of control over their bodies and futures.

Last week, the Biden administration urged a federal judge to block the Texas law. In September, a federal appeals court blocked a similar strict abortion law in Tennessee.
 
 

A Monthly Gift Of $11 Makes A World Of Difference

In a world of fake news there’s never been a greater need for quality Christian journalism. Premier’s mission is to provide the Church with the most up to date and relevant news, told from a Christian perspective. But we can’t do it without you.

Unlike many websites we haven't put up a paywall — we want to keep our journalism free at the point of need and as open as we can. Premier’s news output takes a lot of time, money and hard work to produce. No one in the USA is sharing news like we are across radio, magazines and online so please help us to continue that today.

For a monthly gift of $11 or more we’d also be able to send you a free copy of the brand new Premier Bible, a wonderful Anglicised version of the NLT packed with exclusive bonus content, reading plan and resources to help you get the most out of scripture.

Your monthly support will make a world of difference. Thank you.

Support Us
Continue the conversation on our Facebook page

Related Articles

Sign up to our newsletter to stay informed with news from a Christian perspective.

News by email

Connect

Donate

Donate