A federal appeals court has struck down part of a Tennessee anti-abortion law. Meanwhile, two nonprofits made moves this week to avoid cooperating with requests from the state’s attorney general for documents involving mail-order abortion pills.
As Tennessee AG seeks abortion records, a nonprofit pushes back in court
A Tennessee nonprofit that gives information on out-of-state abortions and abortion pills says it’s “under attack” and is seeking protection in court.
Tennessee’s abortion ban won’t go on trial as attorney general taps new law
After three years, a high-profile lawsuit challenging Tennessee’s near-total abortion ban has been canceled as the state’s attorney general exercises a new appeals process.
How Tennesseans are getting abortion care without leaving the state
Fewer people are traveling out of state for abortion care — but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re getting fewer abortions.
Trump nominates Tennessee attorney to federal appeals court, marking first judicial pick of second term
Whitney Hermandorfer has the led the Tennessee AG’s Strategic Litigation Unit, where she defended the state’s near-total abortion ban.
Tennessee lawmakers could pass abortion ban exceptions. What would they include?
Tennessee lawmakers will likely formalize a list of medical conditions that qualify for abortion exceptions — but it won’t include mental health conditions or nonviable pregnancies.
From deportations to health care, state lawmakers are key for much of Trump’s domestic agenda
Federal power only goes so far. State governors and legislatures have wide authority over local law enforcement, schools, health and how cities and counties handle immigration.
NashVillager Podcast: Abortion details up for debate
Will Tennessee’s legislature clamp down even further on abortion access this year? Plus, the local news for January 22, 2025.
Vouchers, disaster aid and hate speech: Tennessee’s top legislative priorities
Tennessee lawmakers will reconvene in Nashville Tuesday for the 114th General Assembly. Their priorities are already clear.
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