Abortion Pill Referral Service Draws Senator’s Ire

Abortion Pill Referral Service Draws Senator's Ire

Source: Fox News

Summary

Senator Josh Hawley has asked the Justice Department to investigate Plan C, a group he claims is operating as a referral hub for shipping abortion pills into states where they’re banned. Hawley alleges that Plan C connects women with abortion-pill manufacturers, foreign clinics, and online vendors that ship the drugs into restricted states. The group’s activities, Hawley says, warrant a federal criminal investigation. Plan C advises users on how to limit their digital footprint and warns them of potential legal consequences.


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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.

Senator Hawley’s letter to the Justice Department is the latest move in a familiar dance. Plan C’s website warns users of potential legal risks, while also providing guidance on how to minimize their digital footprint. The group’s activities, Hawley argues, could violate multiple federal laws. The senator’s request for a criminal investigation is a predictable response to Plan C’s actions. The case has all the makings of a familiar ritual: a politician denouncing a group, a group pushing boundaries, and a government agency being asked to intervene.


Author: Evan Null