Trump HHS Restores Title X Funds to 2 Anti-Abortion States Despite Court Rulings
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Activists protested at the Tennessee State Capitol for reproductive rights against the backdrop of potential Roe v. Wade overturn. The Trump administration restored family planning funds to Tennessee and Oklahoma, despite these states' resistance to providing abortion information, contradicting court decisions. In 2023, the Biden administration cut off these funds, claiming the states violated federal rules. Following a court ruling favoring the Biden administration, HHS reinstated funding. Confusion arose when a grant notice incorrectly cited a settlement agreement that did not exist, triggering further legal scrutiny and disputes.
The Biden administration in 2023 cut off funding to Tennessee and Oklahoma, arguing they violated federal rules by not offering counseling to patients about abortion.
Despite court rulings denying federal funds due to states' refusal to provide information about abortion, HHS restored millions to Tennessee and Oklahoma under litigation.
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