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Wyoming Judge Overturns Abortion Ban and Medication Prohibition

Teton County District Judge Melissa Owens invalidates Wyoming's abortion restrictions and medication ban in a ruling favoring women's health rights.

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In a landmark ruling, Teton County District Judge Melissa Owens has overturned Wyoming's abortion bans, including a specific ban on medication abortions. The decision underscores a growing trend of public support for abortion rights, coming after significant victories in other states. The laws were challenged by women and organizations advocating for reproductive health, who argued that the bans violated state constitutional rights and compromised women's healthcare. This ruling continues a pattern of judicial pushback against restrictive abortion laws following the dismantling of Roe v. Wade.

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