Strict Idaho abortion ban loosened by judge's ruling on medical exemptions
- An Idaho judge issued a ruling Friday that loosens the state's near-total abortion ban, according to the AP.
- Four women, represented by the Center for Reproductive Rights, sought clarification of exceptions to Idaho's abortion restrictions.
- The new ruling broadens the medical exception, allowing abortions when a patient faces a risk of death from medical conditions.
- Jennifer Adkins, a plaintiff, stated, "It's been an emotional rollercoaster hearing this decision," regarding the impact of the law.
- Despite the broadened exception, the ruling does not allow abortions for lethal fetal conditions unless the mother's life is also at risk.
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