Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Trump Administration Reviews Mifepristone Amid Safety Debate

9/28/2025

49 11

Summary

Story summary

The Trump administration is reviewing mifepristone, as stated in a letter to 22 Republican attorneys general.
Health leaders say mifepristone is safer than penicillin and Viagra, with a death rate of 0.0005%.
Medication abortion accounted for over half of United States abortions in 2022, largely due to accessibility.
Anti-abortion groups have challenged mifepristone's safety despite its 20-year use.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Trump administration is reviewing mifepristone, as stated in a letter to 22 Republican attorneys general.
Health leaders say mifepristone is safer than penicillin and Viagra, with a death rate of 0.0005%.
Medication abortion accounted for over half of United States abortions in 2022, largely due to accessibility.
Anti-abortion groups have challenged mifepristone's safety despite its 20-year use.