Montana GOP lawmakers shy away from changing constitutional right to abortion
"What Republicans are doing right now is they are testing the waters," said Jessi Bennion, a Montana State University political scientist.
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Face The Nation: Sununu, Moore, Lujan, Grisham, Burgum
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Chris Sununu's potential presidential bid; and four governors on the issues facing their states.
Full panel: 4 governors join "Face the Nation"
Watch the full version of our panel featuring Govs. Chris Sununu of New Hampshire, Wes Moore of Maryland, Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico and Doug Burgum of North Dakota that aired on Feb. 12, 2023, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
4 governors on the issues facing their states
Govs. Chris Sununu of New Hampshire, Wes Moore of Maryland, Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico and Doug Burgum of North Dakota discuss the opioid crisis, abortion access and other issues facing their states.
Texas lawsuit could threaten nationwide availability of abortion pill
Medication abortion accounts for the majority of abortions in the U.S.
Teenagers denied abortions because of Florida judges' subjective decisions: Report
People under 18 must have parental consent to obtain abortion care in the state. Those who can't obtain such consent have to go through the court system.
The post-Roe fight over abortion
On Friday, the March for Life — the annual gathering of anti-abortion rights activists in Washington — was held for the first time since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa talked with activists who argue that the end of Roe is not the end of their fight.
New lawsuits target state restrictions on abortion pills
Supporters of abortion rights have filed separate lawsuits challenging abortion pill restrictions in North Carolina and West Virginia.
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on new gun law
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said in an interview with CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe that he believes the ban on certain high-powered firearms and high-capacity ammunition magazines he recently signed into law will withstand legal challenges and “venue shopping” by gun rights advocates trying to roll back some of the most aggressive firearm laws in the country.
Abortion debate ramps up in states as Congress deadlocks
With the issue mostly deadlocked in Washington, the focus is shifting to states convening their first full legislative sessions since Roe v. Wade was overturned.
Harris rallies against GOP push to roll back abortion rights
"Can we truly be free if families cannot make intimate decisions about the course of their own lives?" Harris said in a fiery speech before a crowd of 1,500 people in Florida.
Flashback: "Face the Nation" covers Roe challenge in 1989
Sunday marks what would have been the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, and even though it is no longer the law of the land, both pro- and anti-abortion rights supporters are marching on Washington and other cities this weekend. We took a look back through our archives and found a challenge to Roe v. Wade from 1989 that also prompted marches on Washington.
How CBS News covered Roe v. Wade in 1973
On Jan. 22, 1973, Walter Cronkite reported on the Supreme Court abortion decision that would shape American lives and political debate for the next 50 years.
GOP divided on abortion restrictions debate
The annual March for Life event Friday featured several possible 2024 Republican presidential hopefuls celebrating the overturning of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court last year. However, possible rivals to former President Donald Trump are still divided on just how far abortion restrictions should go. Robert Costa reports.
SCOTUS investigation into leaked draft continues
Following an eight month investigation, the Supreme Court said investigators have not been able to determine who leaked a draft of its ruling overturning Roe v. Wade. The court said the investigation into the leak is not over yet. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford discussed the latest on the investigation.
March for Life returns to Washington, D.C.
Thousands of abortion rights opponents took part in the annual "March for Life" rally in Washington, D.C. on Friday, the first since Roe v. Wade was overturned last year. This Sunday marks 50 years since the landmark Supreme Court ruling that established the legal right to an abortion. A recent CBS News poll found that more than six in ten Americans want abortion in their state to be legal in all or most cases.
2024 GOP presidential contenders face conservative litmus test on abortion
Republican hopefuls may distinguish themselves on the issue during the primaries, but it could haunt the nominee during the general election.
Supreme Court says it's unable to identify leaker
The Supreme Court said its investigation into the leak of the draft opinion in its blockbuster abortion case last spring has been "unable to identify a person responsible." CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak with more on the breaking news.
Supreme Court fails to identify who leaked draft opinion
The Supreme Court said in a report released on Thursday that it had not determined who leaked a draft of the court's bombshell opinion overturning Roe v. Wade last year. The eight-month investigation included interviews with more than 80 staffers who had access to the draft. While a person was not identified, investigators did conclude that the leak came from inside the court. Jan Crawford has the details.
Officials investigate arson at central Illinois Planned Parenthood facility
A fire at a central Illinois Planned Parenthood facility was intentionally set, officials say.
Women in Alabama can be prosecuted for taking abortion pills, state attorney general says
Attorney General Steve Marshall indicated that he would use the state's chemical-endangerment law to prosecute pregnant people who took abortion pills.
Walgreens, CVS say they will sell abortion pills at pharmacies
Justice Department also ruled that the USPS may legally deliver abortion drugs in all 50 U.S. states.
South Carolina abortion ban violates state's constitution, court rules
The ban had drawn legal challenges since it was signed into law two years ago.
Retail pharmacies can now offer abortion pill
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will now allow pharmacies that agree to certain criteria to dispose the abortion pill mifepristone. OB-GYN and abortion care provider Dr. Kristyn Brandi joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more on the FDA's decision and how this medication works.
FDA expands availability of abortion pills
Legal experts foresee years of court battles over access to the pills, as abortion-rights proponents bring test cases to challenge state restrictions.
Newsom signs California redistricting plan
The new map would shift five of California's Republican House seats to be more favorable to Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Missouri appears likely to redraw congressional map during Trump's redistricting push
Texas and California have already begun congressional redistricting efforts for political advantage.
New York court throws out $527 million penalty in Trump civil fraud case
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
Alina Habba serving unlawfully as N.J.'s top federal prosecutor, judge rules
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal lawyer, has been serving as New Jersey's U.S. attorney "without lawful authority" since early July, a judge said.
Trump hands out burgers and pizza to federal law enforcement amid D.C. police surge
President Trump visited a crowd of federal law enforcement officers on Thursday.
Hurricane Erin starts moving away from North Carolina coastline
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
Erik Menendez appears virtually for parole board hearing after nearly 30 years in prison
After more than 30 years in prison, Erik Menendez appeared before a parole board on Thursday in a continued bid for freedom after being convicted for the 1989 murder of his parents.
Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release
Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.
Woman charged with murder after using abortion pill details claims against D.A.
Lizelle Gonzalez was indicted on murder charges in 2022, after she used medication to induce an abortion. The charges were later dropped.