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NY AG Defends Abortion Pill Provider Against Texas Lawsuit

9/8/2025

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New York Attorney General Letitia James will intervene in a Texas lawsuit against Dr. Margaret Carpenter for mailing abortion pills.
Texas AG Ken Paxton sued Carpenter, resulting in over $100,000 in fines for missing a court appearance.
A New York clerk declined to enforce the fine, citing a state shield law for abortion providers.
James asserts Texas lacks authority in New York, emphasizing potential nationwide implications for abortion access.
Texas has enacted a law permitting lawsuits against suspected abortion pill providers.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James will intervene in a Texas lawsuit against Dr. Margaret Carpenter for mailing abortion pills.
Texas AG Ken Paxton sued Carpenter, resulting in over $100,000 in fines for missing a court appearance.
A New York clerk declined to enforce the fine, citing a state shield law for abortion providers.
James asserts Texas lacks authority in New York, emphasizing potential nationwide implications for abortion access.
Texas has enacted a law permitting lawsuits against suspected abortion pill providers.