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Supreme Court to Hear Case Threatening Medicaid Access

3/26/2025

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On April 2, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear the pivotal case of Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, which contests South Carolina's restrictive Medicaid policy. This law threatens access to essential care for low-income individuals, especially women and people of color, and could pave the way for similar measures nationwide, jeopardizing reproductive rights.

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Story summary

On April 2, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear the pivotal case of Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, which contests South Carolina's restrictive Medicaid policy. This law threatens access to essential care for low-income individuals, especially women and people of color, and could pave the way for similar measures nationwide, jeopardizing reproductive rights.