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Senate Republicans Block Right to Contraception Act

Despite public support, GOP senators halt bill aimed at protecting access to birth control, citing religious liberty concerns.

  • Only two Republican senators voted in favor of the Right to Contraception Act, while the rest opposed it.
  • Senator Katie Britt did not vote, despite signing a statement denouncing the bill.
  • Republicans claim the bill is unnecessary and accuse Democrats of fearmongering.
  • Justice Clarence Thomas previously called for reevaluation of the constitutional right to contraception.
  • Public polls show overwhelming support for the bill across party lines.
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