Biden condemns ‘terrible’ court decisions but has few powers

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President Joe Biden’s administration is still exploring legal options to buttress protections for abortion services, but a top spokeswoman signaled his team sees few or none after what Biden called a “terrible” ruling.

Biden again condemned the decision by the court’s conservative majority on Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade, opening the door for states to ban abortions.President Joe Biden’s administration is still exploring legal options to buttress protections for abortion services, but a top spokesperson signalled his team sees few or none after what Biden called a “terrible” ruling.

Biden on Friday announced a pair of specific responses to the ruling: the Department of Health and Human Services would support availability of abortion pills and ensure insurance coverage of contraceptives, while the Department of Justice signalled it would offer legal support for anyone facing prosecution for crossing state lines to get an abortion.

“Jill and I know how painful and devastating the decision is for so many Americans,” he said, with First Lady Jill Biden at his side. “We’re going to take actions to protect women’s rights and reproductive health.”

 

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