US abortion opponents want Trump’s FDA to act on abortion pill restrictions - AP News

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April 9, 2026
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Abortion opponents are urging President Trump’s FDA to restrict abortion pills, potentially limiting access nationwide.

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Restrictions on abortion pills could limit reproductive healthcare options, even in states where abortion is currently legal.

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US abortion opponents are urging President Trump’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to implement new restrictions on abortion pills. This effort targets the availability and distribution of medications used for abortion, specifically mifepristone. The move comes as anti-abortion groups seek to further limit access to abortion services following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Such restrictions could significantly impact reproductive healthcare access nationwide, potentially limiting options even in states where abortion remains legal.

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