The 660 demonstrations around the United States were largely sparked by a Texas law that bans abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy. In the Texas capital of Austin, hundreds gathered in sweltering heat to denounce the so-called "heartbeat" law signed by Governor Greg Abbott. It bans abortion after cardiac activity is detected in the embryo, usually around six weeks. The justices, in a 5-4 decision on Sept 1, already denied a request from abortion and women's health providers to block enforcement of the Texas law. Abortion rights advocates and the US Justice Department have challenged the Texas law in state and federal courts, arguing that it violates Roe v Wade.

Source: bd News24 October 02, 2021 21:33 UTC