Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks NY AG's Action Against Pregnancy Centers

A federal judge has temporarily halted New York's attorney general from taking action against certain pregnancy counseling centers accused of promoting an unproven method to reverse medication abortions. This decision cites free speech rights and is part of an ongoing lawsuit against the attorney general's office.

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking New York Attorney General Letitia James from taking enforcement action against pregnancy counseling centers promoting an unproven abortion reversal method, citing free speech rights.

Judge John Sinatra Jr. ruled that the centers could likely prevail in their lawsuit, which claims they are being unfairly targeted due to their anti-abortion stance. The attorney general's office argues the treatment is unsubstantiated and potentially harmful.

The injunction allows the centers to continue providing information about the protocol while the lawsuit is pending. This decision underscores the ongoing legal battle over free speech and reproductive rights.

(With inputs from agencies.)