Wisconsin Court Weighs 175-Year-Old Abortion Ban

In Wisconsin, the Supreme Court is deliberating on whether to reactivate a 175-year-old abortion ban following the U.S. Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade. The state's liberal justices, who hold the majority, expressed strong opposition to the ban, emphasizing its lack of exceptions for rape or incest and potential risks to women's health. The conservative prosecutor argues that the old law was never repealed and can coexist with newer abortion restrictions, while Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul contends that a subsequent 1985 law supersedes the ban. Meanwhile, abortion rights remain a significant issue in the 2024 elections, with Colorado voters amending their constitution to protect abortion access. A ruling from the Wisconsin Supreme Court is anticipated to bring clarity on the legality of abortion in the state, though it is expected to favor abortion rights activists.