Anti-Abortion Groups Lobby Congress, Trump Administration to Defund Planned Parenthood Ahead of Supreme Court Hearing

Major anti-abortion groups are rallying in Washington to lobby Congress and the Trump administration for the defunding of Planned Parenthood, coinciding with an upcoming Supreme Court hearing on a South Carolina case that could strip the organization's Medicaid funding. Over 150 organizations have signed a letter urging Congress to cut federal funding, framing this movement as a historic moment for the pro-life agenda. Critics, including Planned Parenthood representatives, argue that claims of Medicaid funding being used for abortions are misleading, emphasizing the organization's broader health care services. The Hyde Amendment already restricts federal funding for most abortions, and Planned Parenthood asserts that less than 5% of its services are abortion-related. The momentum behind the Defund Planned Parenthood initiative has reportedly increased, spurred by recent political shifts favoring anti-abortion legislation. Experts caution that successful funding cuts could lead to similar efforts in conservative states nationwide, impacting healthcare access for low-income individuals.