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Republican Lawmakers Investigate Federal Funding for Abortion Providers Amid Planned Parenthood Controversy

More than 100 Republican lawmakers seek a GAO investigation into federal funding for organizations like Planned Parenthood amid budget-cutting plans by the Department of Government Efficiency.

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Updated: Nov 22nd, 2024, 6:18 PM ET

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In response to the proposed spending cuts by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency targeting organizations like Planned Parenthood, over 100 Republican lawmakers request a GAO investigation into federal funding awarded to health centers providing abortion services, focusing on transparency in the $33.67 billion directed to Federally Qualified Health Centers and $49 million for Planned Parenthood from 2019 to 2022. Planned Parenthood prepares to counter these budget cuts, emphasizing its role in providing essential health services to millions. The new department's abilities remain unconfirmed, creating uncertainty about potential funding impacts.

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