Golden State Today

Sacramento - Governor Gavin Newsom has voiced his concerns ahead of the U.S. Supreme Court argument in the court case Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA, which addresses a legal challenge to restrict access to Mifepristone, a crucial medication in abortion care procedures in the United States.

In a statement, Governor Newsom highlighted the potential ramifications of the case, stating, "Republicans want a national abortion ban. Full stop. And they’ll do whatever it takes – including trying to strip away FDA approval for a drug that has been proven to be safe and effective for decades. These hostile actions are not just unpopular, they fly in the face of science and put women at risk."

The Governor emphasized the significance of the issue at hand, pointing out that the case has substantial implications for reproductive freedom, the FDA drug approval process, and the innovation economy of the country. He expressed the urgency to prevent extremists from eroding rights and underlined the importance of standing firm against such threats.

Governor Newsom also highlighted the concerning trend in the legal proceedings, noting, "At the urging of extremists, both the district court and the 5th Circuit have sided against science, medicine, and decades of data."

The case, which focuses on Mifepristone's FDA approval, could potentially limit access to medication abortion nationwide, impacting the health and well-being of individuals across the country. Governor Newsom warned that if the Supreme Court upholds the lower courts' decisions, medication abortion access could drastically decrease.

Since the potential overturn of Roe v. Wade, Governor Newsom has taken significant steps to protect and expand access to reproductive health care in California. The state has seen a notable increase in the number of abortions performed, with over 12,000 more procedures than expected. Additionally, a substantial number of individuals from outside California have sought information on reproductive health care through Abortion.CA.Gov.

In response to these challenges, Governor Newsom, along with the Reproductive Freedom Alliance, has actively opposed any radical attempts to restrict access to reproductive health care. California continues to stand as a national leader in reproductive freedom, ensuring that individuals have access to necessary care and information.

For those seeking abortion care or information on reproductive health care in California, Abortion.CA.Gov provides valuable resources and guidance.