Pro-life Activists Convicted Under FACE Act, Sparking DOJ Criticism

The conviction of six activists for blocking a Tennessee abortion clinic has led to accusations of selective prosecution and calls for the repeal of the FACE Act.

Six pro-life activists convicted under the FACE Act for blocking a Tennessee abortion clinic face up to 11 years in prison, sparking criticism of the DOJ's enforcement practices.
Critics argue the Department of Justice under President Biden is selectively prosecuting pro-life activists, contrasting with leniency towards other protest movements.
Republicans in Congress call for the repeal of the FACE Act, labeling it a weaponized law against pro-life demonstrators.
The activists, convicted for organizing a prayer vigil outside an abortion clinic, claim their actions were peaceful and aimed at protecting unborn lives.
The case has reignited debates over the balance between free speech and access to abortion services, with both sides accusing the other of extremism.