VA Reverses Course, Ends Taxpayer-Funded Abortions Immediately
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The recent decision by the Department of Veterans Affairs to halt taxpayer-funded abortions represents a significant victory for pro-life advocates and a reaffirmation of longstanding legal precedents that reflect a commitment to protecting the lives of unborn children.
Effective immediately, this reversal aligns with a Department of Justice opinion issued under the Trump administration, reinstating federal prohibitions on abortions at VA facilities across the nation.
This change is particularly relevant given the Biden administration's controversial 2022 policy that allowed VA doctors to perform abortions in violation of both federal law and state protections for the unborn.
Critics of the Biden-era policy argued that it was politically motivated and inconsistent with prior administrations, both Democratic and Republican.
In response to the reinstated policy, VA officials emphasized that the change prioritizes the ethical treatment of unborn life while ensuring veterans receive the medical care they legitimately deserve.
"We thank President Trump and VA Secretary Collins for restoring the rule of law and ending the Biden administration’s illegal policy that forced taxpayers to fund abortions through VA hospitals," said SBA Pro-Life America President Marjorie Dannenfelser.
The 1992 Veterans Health Care Act maintains that while VA facilities can provide general reproductive healthcare for female veterans, they are prohibited from performing abortions except in cases of life-threatening medical emergencies.
This decision is expected to resonate with a large segment of the American public, who oppose forced taxpayer funding of abortion services and support protecting the unborn.
Notably, the ruling also comes amidst a broader national conversation about abortion following the Supreme Court's recent shift on related issues.
Moving forward, the focus remains on restoring compassion and care for veterans, ensuring they receive authorized medical assistance without the imposition of controversial and divisive policies that distract from their urgent healthcare needs.
The return to legal and moral order concerning such critical matters underscores a commitment to the foundational values many Americans hold dear, namely the sanctity of life and respect for ethical principles in the provision of healthcare.
Sources:
hannity.com
lifenews.com
dailywire.com
Effective immediately, this reversal aligns with a Department of Justice opinion issued under the Trump administration, reinstating federal prohibitions on abortions at VA facilities across the nation.
This change is particularly relevant given the Biden administration's controversial 2022 policy that allowed VA doctors to perform abortions in violation of both federal law and state protections for the unborn.
Critics of the Biden-era policy argued that it was politically motivated and inconsistent with prior administrations, both Democratic and Republican.
In response to the reinstated policy, VA officials emphasized that the change prioritizes the ethical treatment of unborn life while ensuring veterans receive the medical care they legitimately deserve.
"We thank President Trump and VA Secretary Collins for restoring the rule of law and ending the Biden administration’s illegal policy that forced taxpayers to fund abortions through VA hospitals," said SBA Pro-Life America President Marjorie Dannenfelser.
The 1992 Veterans Health Care Act maintains that while VA facilities can provide general reproductive healthcare for female veterans, they are prohibited from performing abortions except in cases of life-threatening medical emergencies.
This decision is expected to resonate with a large segment of the American public, who oppose forced taxpayer funding of abortion services and support protecting the unborn.
Notably, the ruling also comes amidst a broader national conversation about abortion following the Supreme Court's recent shift on related issues.
Moving forward, the focus remains on restoring compassion and care for veterans, ensuring they receive authorized medical assistance without the imposition of controversial and divisive policies that distract from their urgent healthcare needs.
The return to legal and moral order concerning such critical matters underscores a commitment to the foundational values many Americans hold dear, namely the sanctity of life and respect for ethical principles in the provision of healthcare.
Sources:
hannity.com
lifenews.com
dailywire.com
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