Fate of Key Abortion Drug Now in Hands of Conservative Appeals Court

Three Republican-appointed judges are considering whether to uphold a ruling that would remove the abortion pill mifepristone from the market.
The Biden administration says the initial approval of mifepristone was proper and courts should not second-guess FDA scientific decisions.
Anti-abortion groups argue mifepristone is unsafe and improperly approved, forcing doctors to violate their consciences.
The case is likely headed to the Supreme Court, which has allowed mifepristone to remain available for now.
The ruling could curb abortion access even in states where it remains legal.