Missouri Sues Planned Parenthood Over Alleged Illegal Minor Abortion Assistance
The lawsuit, based on a controversial video, claims the organization facilitated out-of-state abortions for minors without parental consent.
- Missouri's Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed a lawsuit against Planned Parenthood, alleging the organization helped minors travel to Kansas for abortions without parental consent.
- The lawsuit is based on a video from the conservative group Project Veritas, which has been criticized for promoting false claims and using deceptive tactics in the past.
- Planned Parenthood Great Plains denies the allegations, stating they do not provide transportation for patients and comply with state and federal laws.
- The lawsuit marks a continuation of efforts by Missouri officials to push Planned Parenthood out of the state following the ban on most abortions.
- Critics argue the lawsuit is politically motivated, aiming to garner headlines in an election year.