In a stunning 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide. This is a move that could potentially threaten the health and welfare of millions of American women—and children.
Abortion bans in Kentucky, Louisiana and South Dakota went into effect immediately after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, while bans in Idaho, Tennessee and Texas won’t take effect for another 30 days. 26 state are expected to ban or severely restrict abortion rights.
Citizens in states such as California are still protected under state law.
