The abortion pill has become so easily accessible that even men can obtain it, with potentially disastrous consequences for pregnant women. Here’s what you need to know about coerced abortion cases and changing regulations:

The accessibility concerns

FDA rule changes make abortion pills easier to obtain:

The documented incidents

Heritage Foundation tracks cases of coerced abortion pill use:

The recent criminal cases

Several men face serious charges for secretly administering pills:

The Houston attorney case

Texas lawyer pleaded guilty to assault on pregnant person:

The Louisiana legislative response

State classifies abortion pills as controlled substances:

The Texas enforcement approach

New law allows civil lawsuits against distributors:

The opposition arguments

Planned Parenthood calls Texas legislation about control:

The enforcement challenges

Officials cite gaps in stopping illegal pill distribution:

The disputed cases

Not all allegations result in clear legal outcomes:

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