Speaker Nancy Pelosi said the House would vote later this month on legislation to protect abortion rights
WASHINGTON—House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said the House would vote later this month on legislation designed to protect abortion rights, followingthat bars the procedure after about six weeks of pregnancy.
The move sets up a contentious vote for the fall, while underscoring the limited prospects for congressional action related to abortion, an issue that has long divided Democrats and Republicans. The developments could also put the fight over abortion rights and restrictions at center stage as voters decide control of Congress in next year’s midterms.
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