Latest "VA abortion" stories

VA stands by abortion policy after legal threats from state leaders

Republican state attorneys general vow to take the department to court over its decision to provide abortion access.

By Leo Shane III

9 days ago

Expand VA abortion access to all vets and dependents, advocates say

Procedure access is limited to cases of rape, incest or complications involving the health of the pregnant veteran.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago

This week in Congress: House hearing to focus on VA abortion policy

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Sept. 12, 2022.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

Advocates draw battle lines ahead of looming VA abortion fight

Department hospitals are set to begin offering abortions in coming weeks.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

VA to provide abortions in cases of rape, danger to veteran’s health

Abortions could be conducted at VA medical centers, even in states where the procedure is outlawed.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

VA secretary sidesteps calls for department to provide abortion services at its medical centers

Twenty-five senators have called for VA to provide access to abortions in light of growing state opposition to the procedure.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

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