A federal appeals court on September 9, 2026, heard arguments in a case that could impact access to medication abortion across the United States, including in states that have laws protecting abortion rights. A three-judge panel from the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals questioned attorneys representing Louisiana, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and two manufacturers and distributors involved in the case.
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Federal Appeals Court Considers Case on Medication Abortion Access
On September 9, 2026, a federal appeals court reviewed a case that may affect access to medication abortion nationwide, including in states that protect abortion rights. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals engaged with attorneys for Louisiana, the FDA, and related manufacturers during the proceedings.
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