Texas Midwife Charged Under Abortion Law Amidst Broader Legal Challenges
Maria Margarita Rojas has been arrested for illegal abortions, the first charges filed under Texas's near-total abortion ban, as the state enforces strict pro-life laws.
Texas is one of 12 states currently enforcing a ban on abortion at all stages of pregnancy.
Texas midwife accused by state's attorney general of providing illegal abortions
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Midwives – in particular, midwives of color – have long been a target of US anti-abortion activism.
Texas midwife arrested for allegedly providing abortions amid state’s near-total ban
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Texas is one of 12 states currently enforcing a ban on abortion at all stages of pregnancy.
Texas midwife accused by state’s attorney general of providing illegal abortions
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The arrest is apparently the first criminal charge of its kind under Texas’ near-total abortion ban.
Texas midwife charged in alleged illegal abortions in violation of restrictive 2021 law
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Texas midwife accused by state's attorney general of providing illegal abortions
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Texas Midwife Accused by State AG of Providing Illegal Abortions
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Summary
The Trump administration is facing legal challenges over its deportation policies, while Texas midwife Maria Margarita Rojas has been arrested for allegedly performing illegal abortions, marking the first criminal charges under the state's near-total abortion ban. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the charges, asserting the importance of enforcing pro-life laws. Rojas, operating three clinics in Houston, has been charged with illegal abortion and practicing without a license, each carrying significant prison time. This development underscores ongoing tensions in U.S. governance surrounding immigration and abortion policies.
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The use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportations has faced legal scrutiny, with officials questioning the authority of the court to intervene in immigration policy.
The Trump administration emphasizes a strong stance on border security and illegal immigration, citing the need to remove criminal elements from the U.S.
Concerns about the transparency of immigration actions are raised, as the administration has not disclosed the identities of deported individuals for operational security reasons.
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