Women's Issues

What's Next Now That The Draft Roe v. Wade Decision Leaked?

Newsy's reporters explain early reactions and what's coming next after a draft decision overturning Roe v. Wade leaked from the Supreme Court.

What's Next Now That The Draft Roe v. Wade Decision Leaked?
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Newsy Congressional correspondent Nathaniel Reed and justice correspondent Jamal Andress break down the early responses to the news of a potential overturn of Roe v. Wade. 

On Capitol Hill, lawmakers plan a new push to codify abortion rights in U.S. law.

Meanwhile, at least 13 states are likely to immediately ban abortion if the ruling is overturned.